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LOC 859

1951 Austin A40

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,913 mi
Last recorded1,913 miles
Recorded on5 May 2012
Typical for 1951 Austin A4039,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOC 859
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1951
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 May 2012 1,913 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 1,696 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 1,579 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 1,445 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 May 2008 1,299 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 1,172 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 1,032 miles

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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LOC 859 is a 1951 Austin A40 in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1951 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 39,404 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 LOC 859, 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 75 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LOC 859?

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What year was LOC 859 registered?

LOC 859 is a 1951 Austin A40, first registered on 16 February 1951.

Is LOC 859 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOC 859 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 LOC 859 have outstanding finance?

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