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VL 9143

1937 Austin Ruby

Blue Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,821 mi
Last recorded11,821 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 1937 Austin Ruby44,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVL 9143
MakeAustin
ModelRuby
Year1937
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 May 2012 11,821 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 11,763 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 11,700 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 11,688 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 11,665 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 11,625 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 11,569 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Ruby?

Based on 523 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

94.1%
Pass Rate
172
Miles/Year
91
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5
Headlamp not working on main beam 4
brake recording little or no effort 4
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 2
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VL 9143 is a 1937 Austin Ruby in Blue with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1937 Austin Ruby models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.1% with a typical mileage of 44,328 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Ruby fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VL 9143, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Ruby typically stays on UK roads for around 91 years. At 89 years old, this Austin Ruby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VL 9143?

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What year was VL 9143 registered?

VL 9143 is a 1937 Austin Ruby, first registered on 4 February 1937.

Is VL 9143 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VL 9143 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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