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UO 1488

1927 Austin 12

Green Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,916 mi
Last recorded4,916 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2011
Typical for 1927 Austin 124,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUO 1488
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1927
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2011 4,916 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 4,720 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 4,529 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 4,326 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 3,934 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 3,623 miles

COOLANT HOSE FROM WATER PUMP TO ENGINE PERISHED AND CRACKED

COOLANT LEAK FROM WATER PUMP

How Reliable is the Austin 12?

Based on 859 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

94.3%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
99
Year Lifespan
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 7
Headlamp not working on main beam 5
brake recording little or no effort 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 5
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UO 1488 is a 1927 Austin 12 in Green with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1927 Austin 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.3% with a typical mileage of 4,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 12 fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UO 1488, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 99 years. At 99 years old, this Austin 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UO 1488?

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What year was UO 1488 registered?

UO 1488 is a 1927 Austin 12, first registered on 23 March 1927.

Is UO 1488 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UO 1488 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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