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TVS 653

1985 Austin A35

Cream Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,829 mi
Last recorded12,829 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVS 653
MakeAustin
ModelA35
Year1985
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 12,829 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 May 2012 10,998 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 10,870 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 10,817 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 10,781 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 15 May 2006 10,276 miles

How Reliable is the Austin A35?

Based on 9,322 MOT tests across 1,780 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
296
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
1,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 362
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 293
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 287
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 278
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 227
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TVS 653 is a 1985 Austin A35 in Cream with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Austin A35 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 362 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVS 653, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A35 typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 41 years old, this Austin A35 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TVS 653?

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What year was TVS 653 registered?

TVS 653 is a 1985 Austin A35, first registered on 23 August 1985.

Is TVS 653 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVS 653 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TVS 653 have outstanding finance?

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