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RDG 894G

1969 Austin 1300

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,246 mi
Last recorded42,246 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1969 Austin 130040,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDG 894G
MakeAustin
Model1300
Year1969
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 42,246 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 42,159 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 42,159 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Valance (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Sill repair patch not continually welded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner arch (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner arch / rear panel (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2017 41,971 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at clamp (7.1.2)

Nearside Front slight brake bind

Pass 8 Apr 2016 41,759 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 41,553 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 40,568 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 40,374 miles

o/s front inner drive shaft flexible coupling slightly contaminated by oil and deteriorating.

Pass 9 Sep 2011 40,100 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 39,747 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 38,826 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 37,799 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 36,326 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 36,326 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 35,722 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the Austin 1300?

Based on 2,322 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
372
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 150
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 111
brake recording little or no effort 101
brake binding 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 75
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RDG 894G is a 1969 Austin 1300 in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1969 Austin 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 40,246 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 1300 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RDG 894G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 57 years old, this Austin 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RDG 894G registered?

RDG 894G is a 1969 Austin 1300, first registered on 1 May 1969.

Is RDG 894G safe to buy?

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