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OSU 925

1989 Austin A35

Black Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,913 mi
Last recorded5,913 miles
Recorded on15 May 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSU 925
MakeAustin
ModelA35
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 May 2010 5,913 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside washer jet not working

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

Slight blow on exhaust front pipe

Pass 5 May 2009 5,393 miles

offside outer sill and floor are corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2008 5,236 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

underside is much repaired.

Pass 4 May 2007 5,047 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 4,686 miles

How Reliable is the Austin A35?

Based on 9,322 MOT tests across 1,780 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
296
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
1,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 362
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 293
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 287
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 278
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 227
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OSU 925 is a 1989 Austin A35 in Black with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Austin A35 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 362 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OSU 925, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A35 typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 37 years old, this Austin A35 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OSU 925 registered?

OSU 925 is a 1989 Austin A35, first registered on 12 January 1989.

Is OSU 925 safe to buy?

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