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PYR 899

1955 Austin A35

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

92,860 mi
Last recorded92,860 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYR 899
MakeAustin
ModelA35
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 92,860 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 92,859 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 92,715 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 92,551 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 92,363 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive front crankshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 92,325 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 92,157 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 92,175 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2018 91,985 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 91,676 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 91,144 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 91,144 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 90,780 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 90,385 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 90,197 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 90,070 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 89,684 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 89,620 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 89,398 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 89,267 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2007 89,168 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 88,838 miles

How Reliable is the Austin A35?

Based on 9,322 MOT tests across 1,780 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
296
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
1,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 362
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 293
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 287
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 278
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 227
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PYR 899 is a 1955 Austin A35 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

The most common reason a Austin A35 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 362 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PYR 899, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A35 typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 71 years old, this Austin A35 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PYR 899?

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What year was PYR 899 registered?

PYR 899 is a 1955 Austin A35, first registered on 29 March 1955.

Is PYR 899 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYR 899 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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