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HW 978

1927 Austin 12

Blue Petrol 1861cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,560 mi
Last recorded42,560 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2012
Typical for 1927 Austin 124,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW 978
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1927
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,861cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2012 42,560 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 29,880 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 21,660 miles

tread lowish on n/s/r tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2009 15,660 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 96,305 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 73,280 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 50,727 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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HW 978 is a 1927 Austin 12 in Blue with a 1,861cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1927 Austin 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.3% with a typical mileage of 4,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HW 978, 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 99 years old, this Austin 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HW 978?

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What year was HW 978 registered?

HW 978 is a 1927 Austin 12, first registered on 14 December 1927.

Is HW 978 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW 978 shows 7 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 HW 978 have outstanding finance?

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