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FLG 430

1938 Austin 12

Green Petrol 1479cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,513 mi
Last recorded14,513 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLG 430
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1938
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,479cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2025 14,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 13,237 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 9,686 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 8,716 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 7,878 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 6,492 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 5,743 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 4,804 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 3,937 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 3,173 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 2,132 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 514 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 17,379 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 16,213 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 14,825 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 12?

Based on 859 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

94.3%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
99
Year Lifespan
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 7
Headlamp not working on main beam 5
brake recording little or no effort 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 5
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FLG 430 is a 1938 Austin 12 in Green with a 1,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin 12 fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FLG 430, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 99 years. At 88 years old, this Austin 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FLG 430 registered?

FLG 430 is a 1938 Austin 12, first registered on 29 September 1938.

Is FLG 430 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLG 430 shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FLG 430 have outstanding finance?

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