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FVX 688

1938 Austin 10

Maroon Petrol 1125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,420 mi
Last recorded60,420 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2012
Typical for 1938 Austin 1041,665 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVX 688
MakeAustin
Model10
Year1938
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,125cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2012 60,420 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 60,196 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 59,968 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 59,501 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 58,345 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 57,826 miles

front steering kin pins have some lift both sides

How Reliable is the Austin 10?

Based on 2,084 MOT tests across 374 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
180
Miles/Year
94
Year Lifespan
374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 31
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
parking brake recording little or no effort 19
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FVX 688 is a 1938 Austin 10 in Maroon with a 1,125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1938 Austin 10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 41,665 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 10 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FVX 688, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 10 typically stays on UK roads for around 94 years. At 88 years old, this Austin 10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FVX 688?

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What year was FVX 688 registered?

FVX 688 is a 1938 Austin 10, first registered on 5 February 1938.

Is FVX 688 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVX 688 shows 6 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 FVX 688 have outstanding finance?

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