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WS 3497

1935 Austin 12

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,310 mi
Last recorded2,310 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 1935 Austin 1246,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWS 3497
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1935
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2013 2,310 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 2,066 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 1,383 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 724 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 31 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 13 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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WS 3497 is a 1935 Austin 12 in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1935 Austin 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 46,121 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 12 fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WS 3497, 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 91 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 WS 3497?

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What year was WS 3497 registered?

WS 3497 is a 1935 Austin 12, first registered on 22 March 1935.

Is WS 3497 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WS 3497 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WS 3497 have outstanding finance?

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