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EMM 482J

1971 Austin 1100

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,884 mi
Last recorded37,884 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 1971 Austin 110044,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMM 482J
MakeAustin
Model1100
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 37,884 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 37,688 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 37,565 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

coolant leaking from coolant pump

Fail 27 Mar 2019 37,563 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outersill/inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outersill/inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

coolant leaking from coolant pump

Pass 16 Feb 2018 37,164 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 37,061 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 36,801 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 36,784 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump area (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 36,470 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 36,423 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 36,390 miles

Coolant leak

both front wheels stiff to turn

interior mirror damaged

vehicle underside extensively undersealed and difficult to assess all components

Pass 24 May 2011 36,307 miles

corrosion to sills, floors and rear subframe

Pass 20 Aug 2009 36,208 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 36,208 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 36,205 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 36,201 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 36,201 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Austin 1100?

Based on 2,867 MOT tests across 415 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
324
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 246
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 119
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 114
brake binding 93
brake recording little or no effort 88
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EMM 482J is a 1971 Austin 1100 in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1971 Austin 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 44,001 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 1100 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 246 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EMM 482J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 55 years old, this Austin 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EMM 482J registered?

EMM 482J is a 1971 Austin 1100, first registered on 14 January 1971.

Is EMM 482J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMM 482J shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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