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VYM 660

1980 Austin Princess

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

68,678 mi
Last recorded68,678 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYM 660
MakeAustin
ModelPrincess
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2009 68,678 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 68,525 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 68,525 miles

Centre Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Fail 6 Feb 2008 68,525 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

lift on n/s/f king pin

Pass 25 Sep 2007 68,525 miles

slight power steering fluid leak damp †vehicle dry under neath

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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VYM 660 is a 1980 Austin Princess in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VYM 660, 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 46 years old, this Austin Princess is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of VYM 660?

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What year was VYM 660 registered?

VYM 660 is a 1980 Austin Princess, first registered on 20 September 1980.

Is VYM 660 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYM 660 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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