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HHM 963K

1972 Austin 1800

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,369 mi
Last recorded61,369 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2007
Typical for 1972 Austin 180051,599 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHM 963K
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2007 61,369 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 61,360 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HHM 963K is a 1972 Austin 1800 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,599 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 HHM 963K, 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 54 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HHM 963K registered?

HHM 963K is a 1972 Austin 1800, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is HHM 963K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHM 963K 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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