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WRG 219L

1971 Austin 1800

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,259 mi
Last recorded75,259 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 Austin 180065,734 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRG 219L
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2026 75,259 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 75,089 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 74,830 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 74,310 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 73,155 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 72,479 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 71,842 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2013 70,478 miles

Nearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2012 69,973 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 69,385 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 69,004 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 68,670 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 68,374 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 68,136 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 67,619 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 1800?

Based on 1,165 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
brake binding 43
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 22
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WRG 219L is a 1971 Austin 1800 in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 65,734 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WRG 219L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 55 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WRG 219L?

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What year was WRG 219L registered?

WRG 219L is a 1971 Austin 1800, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is WRG 219L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRG 219L shows 15 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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