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SMO 227G

1968 Austin 1800

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

249 mi
Last recorded249 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2014
Typical for 1968 Austin 180042,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMO 227G
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2014 249 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 99,341 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 98,571 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 97,904 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 96,386 miles

RE/COTTER FRONT DRIVE SHAFT CASTLEATED NUT,S

Pass 22 Jul 2009 95,094 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 95,078 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

N/S FRONT AND BOTH REAR TYRE,S ARE IN POOR CONDITION

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 94,557 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 92,546 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 1800?

Based on 1,165 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
brake binding 43
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 22
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SMO 227G is a 1968 Austin 1800 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1968 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 42,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SMO 227G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 58 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SMO 227G registered?

SMO 227G is a 1968 Austin 1800, first registered on 31 December 1968.

Is SMO 227G safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMO 227G shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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