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ESU 564

1954 Austin Champ

Beige Petrol 2838cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,248 mi
Last recorded24,248 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESU 564
MakeAustin
ModelChamp
Year1954
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,838cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 24,248 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 23,841 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 23,430 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 23,036 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 22,621 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2012 22,072 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 22,072 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 21,887 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2010 21,887 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 21,535 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 21,535 miles

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

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 6 May 2008 21,028 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 20,690 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 20,019 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 20,019 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

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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ESU 564 is a 1954 Austin Champ in Beige with a 2,838cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Austin Champ fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESU 564, 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 72 years old, this Austin Champ is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ESU 564 registered?

ESU 564 is a 1954 Austin Champ, first registered on 31 December 1954.

Is ESU 564 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESU 564 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESU 564 have outstanding finance?

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