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FYF 142C

1965 Austin 1800

Beige Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,290 mi
Last recorded18,290 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2009
Typical for 1965 Austin 180034,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYF 142C
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1965
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2009 18,290 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 18,286 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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FYF 142C is a 1965 Austin 1800 in Beige with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1965 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 34,830 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FYF 142C, 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 61 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FYF 142C?

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What year was FYF 142C registered?

FYF 142C is a 1965 Austin 1800, first registered on 23 July 1965.

Is FYF 142C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYF 142C shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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