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HPC 171

1938 Austin Ruby

Black Petrol 7cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,614 mi
Last recorded20,614 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2006
Typical for 1938 Austin Ruby1,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPC 171
MakeAustin
ModelRuby
Year1938
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2006 20,614 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Ruby?

Based on 523 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

94.1%
Pass Rate
172
Miles/Year
91
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5
Headlamp not working on main beam 4
brake recording little or no effort 4
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 2
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HPC 171 is a 1938 Austin Ruby in Black with a 7cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1938 Austin Ruby models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 1,904 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Ruby fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HPC 171, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Ruby typically stays on UK roads for around 91 years. At 88 years old, this Austin Ruby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HPC 171 registered?

HPC 171 is a 1938 Austin Ruby, first registered on 10 November 1938.

Is HPC 171 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPC 171 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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