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ELN 505J

1970 Austin Champ

Green Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,769 mi
Last recorded49,769 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELN 505J
MakeAustin
ModelChamp
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 49,769 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 49,765 miles

Oil leak

long handbrake travel

neareside rear lens cracked

number plates deteriorated

offside headlight reflector very corroded

Fail 29 Apr 2010 49,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

neareside rear lens cracked

number plates deteriorated

offside headlight reflector very corroded

How Reliable is the Austin Champ?

Based on 1,018 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
273
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 23
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
parking brake recording little or no effort 18
Stop lamp not working 16
Headlamp not working on main beam 15
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ELN 505J is a 1970 Austin Champ in Green with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Austin Champ fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELN 505J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Champ typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 56 years old, this Austin Champ is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ELN 505J?

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What year was ELN 505J registered?

ELN 505J is a 1970 Austin Champ, first registered on 25 September 1970.

Is ELN 505J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELN 505J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELN 505J have outstanding finance?

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