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JCM 525F

1968 Austin Champ

Green Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,109 mi
Last recorded32,109 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 1968 Austin Champ31,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCM 525F
MakeAustin
ModelChamp
Year1968
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2014 32,109 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 32,109 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 32,109 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 32,109 miles

floor pan has several minor holes

light under body rust treated with under seal

Pass 28 Jun 2010 32,109 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 32,109 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 52,109 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 32,109 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 32,109 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 32,109 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Champ?

Based on 1,018 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
273
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 23
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
parking brake recording little or no effort 18
Stop lamp not working 16
Headlamp not working on main beam 15
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JCM 525F is a 1968 Austin Champ in Green with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1968 Austin Champ models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 31,953 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 Champ fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JCM 525F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Champ typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 58 years old, this Austin Champ is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JCM 525F?

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What year was JCM 525F registered?

JCM 525F is a 1968 Austin Champ, first registered on 1 January 1968.

Is JCM 525F safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCM 525F shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JCM 525F have outstanding finance?

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