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XBV 432

1948 Austin Unknown

Blue Petrol 2660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,434 mi
Last recorded76,434 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBV 432
MakeAustin
ModelUnknown
Year1948
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,660cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 76,434 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 76,428 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2023 76,427 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 76,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 76,386 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Austin Unknown?

Based on 581 MOT tests across 496 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
285
Miles/Year
496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 5
brake recording little or no effort 4
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XBV 432 is a 1948 Austin Unknown in Blue with a 2,660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Austin Unknown fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XBV 432, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBV 432?

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What year was XBV 432 registered?

XBV 432 is a 1948 Austin Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1948.

Is XBV 432 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBV 432 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBV 432 have outstanding finance?

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