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SAU 833

2004 Austin A40

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,081 mi
Last recorded44,081 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAU 833
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2012 44,081 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 44,052 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 44,032 miles

Engine smoking slightly

Pass 26 Sep 2007 44,022 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 44,019 miles

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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SAU 833 is a 2004 Austin A40 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SAU 833, 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 22 years old, this Austin A40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SAU 833 registered?

SAU 833 is a 2004 Austin A40, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is SAU 833 safe to buy?

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