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VKT 587

1955 Austin A40

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,025 mi
Last recorded99,025 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2012
Typical for 1955 Austin A4059,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKT 587
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2012 99,025 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 96,703 miles

boot floor corroded

off side front brake bind

off side rear tyre wall perished

park brake travel

Pass 15 Aug 2008 96,672 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 96,603 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 96,596 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

offside rear tyre wall slight cracking

Pass 9 Aug 2006 96,444 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 96,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Austin A40?

Based on 7,076 MOT tests across 1,266 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
269
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
1,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 204
brake binding 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 137
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 136
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VKT 587 is a 1955 Austin A40 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1955 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 59,768 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin A40 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VKT 587, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A40 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 71 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VKT 587?

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What year was VKT 587 registered?

VKT 587 is a 1955 Austin A40, first registered on 1 November 1955.

Is VKT 587 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKT 587 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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