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UY 1196

1927 Austin 12

Grey Petrol 1861cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,922 mi
Last recorded6,922 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2012
Typical for 1927 Austin 124,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUY 1196
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1927
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,861cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2012 6,922 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 5,812 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 4,998 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 3,867 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 2,667 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 1,824 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 1,072 miles
Pass 20 May 2005 9,705 miles

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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UY 1196 is a 1927 Austin 12 in Grey with a 1,861cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 UY 1196, 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 UY 1196?

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What year was UY 1196 registered?

UY 1196 is a 1927 Austin 12, first registered on 31 December 1927.

Is UY 1196 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UY 1196 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UY 1196 have outstanding finance?

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