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PVE 140

1956 Austin A40

Red Other 5795cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1956 Austin A4033,730 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVE 140
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1956
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine5,795cc
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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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PVE 140 is a 1956 Austin A40 in Red with a 5,795cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1956 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 33,730 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 PVE 140, 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 70 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PVE 140 registered?

PVE 140 is a 1956 Austin A40, first registered on 1 September 1956.

Is PVE 140 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVE 140 shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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