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YAX 343J

1970 Austin 1800

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,459 mi
Last recorded46,459 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2006
Typical for 1970 Austin 180052,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAX 343J
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2006 46,459 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 45,536 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

general body corrosion underside.

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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YAX 343J is a 1970 Austin 1800 in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,343 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 YAX 343J, 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 56 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YAX 343J registered?

YAX 343J is a 1970 Austin 1800, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is YAX 343J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAX 343J shows 2 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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