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RN 1453

1931 Austin Saloon

Black Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,362 mi
Last recorded7,362 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN 1453
MakeAustin
ModelSaloon
Year1931
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2010 7,362 miles

Coolant leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach plys or cords

nearside front wheel slightly buckled

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 14 Jun 2010 7,358 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Coolant leak

nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach plys or cords

nearside front wheel slightly buckled

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 16 Jun 2009 7,173 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 7,169 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 May 2008 6,981 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Saloon?

Based on 454 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
193
Miles/Year
93
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
brake recording little or no effort 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5
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RN 1453 is a 1931 Austin Saloon in Black with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Austin Saloon fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RN 1453, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Saloon typically stays on UK roads for around 93 years. At 95 years old, this Austin Saloon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RN 1453 registered?

RN 1453 is a 1931 Austin Saloon, first registered on 17 June 1931.

Is RN 1453 safe to buy?

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