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VSK 794

1938 Austin 12

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

74,603 mi
Last recorded74,603 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSK 794
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1938
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2009 74,603 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

coolant leak

Fail 9 Oct 2009 74,581 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

coolant leak

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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VSK 794 is a 1938 Austin 12 in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VSK 794, 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 88 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 VSK 794?

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What year was VSK 794 registered?

VSK 794 is a 1938 Austin 12, first registered on 1 January 1938.

Is VSK 794 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSK 794 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VSK 794 have outstanding finance?

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