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TRH 491H

1969 Austin 1800

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,688 mi
Last recorded96,688 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2012
Typical for 1969 Austin 180042,628 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRH 491H
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1969
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2012 96,688 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 96,242 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 95,796 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 94,192 miles

front brake discs corroded on edges

slight noise in rack

Pass 2 Jul 2007 93,087 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 91,620 miles

some wear/play in track rod ends.

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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TRH 491H is a 1969 Austin 1800 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1969 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 42,628 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 TRH 491H, 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 57 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TRH 491H?

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What year was TRH 491H registered?

TRH 491H is a 1969 Austin 1800, first registered on 14 November 1969.

Is TRH 491H safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRH 491H shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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