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OXV 389

1954 Austin A30

Blue Petrol 803cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,285 mi
Last recorded75,285 miles
Recorded on5 May 2011
Typical for 1954 Austin A3040,807 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOXV 389
MakeAustin
ModelA30
Year1954
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine803cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 May 2011 75,285 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 75,236 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 75,179 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 21 May 2008 75,113 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 74,925 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 74,732 miles

How Reliable is the Austin A30?

Based on 1,408 MOT tests across 301 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
166
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
brake recording little or no effort 44
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 43
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 41
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38
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OXV 389 is a 1954 Austin A30 in Blue with a 803cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1954 Austin A30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 40,807 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin A30 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OXV 389, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A30 typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 72 years old, this Austin A30 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OXV 389?

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What year was OXV 389 registered?

OXV 389 is a 1954 Austin A30, first registered on 4 May 1954.

Is OXV 389 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OXV 389 shows 6 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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