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URE 874

1950 Austin Princess

Black Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,411 mi
Last recorded7,411 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURE 874
MakeAustin
ModelPrincess
Year1950
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2006 7,411 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 6,567 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Princess?

Based on 704 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
367
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
brake binding 23
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 23
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
brake application uneven 18
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URE 874 is a 1950 Austin Princess in Black with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin Princess fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying URE 874, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Princess typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 76 years old, this Austin Princess is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was URE 874 registered?

URE 874 is a 1950 Austin Princess, first registered on 16 September 1950.

Is URE 874 safe to buy?

The MOT history for URE 874 shows 2 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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