MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
49,231 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
rear brakes binding. unable to test wheel bearings e.t.c.
How Reliable is the Austin A40?
Based on 7,076 MOT tests across 1,266 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OYU 983 is a 1954 Austin A40 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 OYU 983, 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
How do I check the history of OYU 983?
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What year was OYU 983 registered?
OYU 983 is a 1954 Austin A40, first registered on 28 June 1954.
Is OYU 983 safe to buy?
The MOT history for OYU 983 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does OYU 983 have outstanding finance?
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