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OYD 594

1997 Austin A40

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,686 mi
Last recorded11,686 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYD 594
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2011 11,686 miles

nearside rear inner sill @ wheel arch corroded

offside rear inner sill @ wheel arch corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2008 11,076 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 10,936 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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OYD 594 is a 1997 Austin A40 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OYD 594, 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 29 years old, this Austin A40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was OYD 594 registered?

OYD 594 is a 1997 Austin A40, first registered on 10 July 1997.

Is OYD 594 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OYD 594 shows 3 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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