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OWD 417

1954 Austin A40

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,137 mi
Last recorded46,137 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 1954 Austin A4051,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWD 417
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 46,137 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 44,545 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 44,545 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

CORROSION IN N/S + O/S SILLS AND FLOORS AT REAER

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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OWD 417 is a 1954 Austin A40 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1954 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 51,962 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OWD 417, 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 72 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OWD 417 registered?

OWD 417 is a 1954 Austin A40, first registered on 8 April 1954.

Is OWD 417 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWD 417 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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