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JP 5485

1989 Austin 12

Black Petrol 1535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,169 mi
Last recorded71,169 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJP 5485
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,535cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2011 71,169 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 71,160 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 71,153 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 71,150 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 71,148 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 71,146 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 41,144 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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JP 5485 is a 1989 Austin 12 in Black with a 1,535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JP 5485, 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 37 years old, this Austin 12 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JP 5485 registered?

JP 5485 is a 1989 Austin 12, first registered on 25 April 1989.

Is JP 5485 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JP 5485 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.

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