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XAS 714

1957 Austin A35

Black Petrol 950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,427 mi
Last recorded66,427 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2013
Typical for 1957 Austin A3548,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAS 714
MakeAustin
ModelA35
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine950cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2013 66,427 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 66,125 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

light scratch across screen

Fail 28 Jan 2012 66,120 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

light scratch across screen

Pass 3 Jun 2010 65,963 miles

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 May 2008 65,708 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 65,260 miles

How Reliable is the Austin A35?

Based on 9,322 MOT tests across 1,780 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
296
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
1,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 362
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 293
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 287
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 278
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 227
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XAS 714 is a 1957 Austin A35 in Black with a 950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1957 Austin A35 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 48,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin A35 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 362 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAS 714, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A35 typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 69 years old, this Austin A35 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XAS 714 registered?

XAS 714 is a 1957 Austin A35, first registered on 1 November 1957.

Is XAS 714 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAS 714 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.

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