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JVU 495F

1968 Austin Champ

Green Petrol 2838cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,759 mi
Last recorded73,759 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2023
Typical for 1968 Austin Champ31,953 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVU 495F
MakeAustin
ModelChamp
Year1968
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,838cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2023 73,759 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 72,935 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 72,788 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 72,227 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 71,657 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 70,644 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 69,463 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 68,291 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 67,244 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 65,427 miles

Slight leak from offside front hub seal

Pass 27 May 2011 63,966 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 61,542 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 58,163 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 May 2008 5,541 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 53,587 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 50,772 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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JVU 495F is a 1968 Austin Champ in Green with a 2,838cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Champ fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JVU 495F, 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

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What year was JVU 495F registered?

JVU 495F is a 1968 Austin Champ, first registered on 9 February 1968.

Is JVU 495F safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVU 495F shows 16 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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