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NFB 898

1962 Austin A60

Maroon Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,113 mi
Last recorded95,113 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1962 Austin A6067,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFB 898
MakeAustin
ModelA60
Year1962
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2025 95,113 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 94,978 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 94,867 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 94,529 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 94,182 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 93,815 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 93,498 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 93,299 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 93,189 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 93,034 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 92,984 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 92,559 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 92,001 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 91,440 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 90,560 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

general underbody corrosion

How Reliable is the Austin A60?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 410 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
411
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 130
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 121
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 113
brake binding 102
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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NFB 898 is a 1962 Austin A60 in Maroon with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 Austin A60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 67,128 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin A60 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NFB 898, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A60 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 64 years old, this Austin A60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NFB 898?

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What year was NFB 898 registered?

NFB 898 is a 1962 Austin A60, first registered on 3 September 1962.

Is NFB 898 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFB 898 shows 15 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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