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EMH 533J

1971 Austin 1800

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,739 mi
Last recorded21,739 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin 180065,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMH 533J
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 21,739 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 18,583 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 16,765 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 15,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 15,613 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 13,145 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 11,391 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 8,273 miles

slight roughness in rear wheel bearings

Pass 16 Apr 2008 3,181 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 1800?

Based on 1,165 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
brake binding 43
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 22
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EMH 533J is a 1971 Austin 1800 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 65,734 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EMH 533J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 55 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EMH 533J registered?

EMH 533J is a 1971 Austin 1800, first registered on 3 February 1971.

Is EMH 533J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMH 533J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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