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VHK 72

1953 Austin Princess

Black Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,133 mi
Last recorded81,133 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHK 72
MakeAustin
ModelPrincess
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2012 81,133 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 17 May 2011 31,133 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

botth rear tyre sidewall cracking

o/s/f tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 3 Jun 2010 31,133 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

under body has slight corroion

Pass 24 Mar 2009 3,133 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 31,133 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 30,959 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 30,550 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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VHK 72 is a 1953 Austin Princess in Black with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 VHK 72, 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 73 years old, this Austin Princess is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VHK 72 registered?

VHK 72 is a 1953 Austin Princess, first registered on 15 April 1953.

Is VHK 72 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHK 72 shows 7 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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