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JMW 795

1953 Austin A40

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,663 mi
Last recorded96,663 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2005
Typical for 1953 Austin A4046,806 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMW 795
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2005 96,663 miles

small inbalance in front and rear brakes

How Reliable is the Austin A40?

Based on 7,076 MOT tests across 1,266 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
269
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
1,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 204
brake binding 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 137
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 136
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JMW 795 is a 1953 Austin A40 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 46,806 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin A40 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JMW 795, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A40 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 73 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JMW 795 registered?

JMW 795 is a 1953 Austin A40, first registered on 6 May 1953.

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