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309 UXY

1952 Austin A40

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1952 Austin A4051,833 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration309 UXY
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1952
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Austin A40?

Based on 7,076 MOT tests across 1,266 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
269
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
1,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 204
brake binding 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 137
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 136
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309 UXY is a 1952 Austin A40 in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1952 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 51,833 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin A40 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 309 UXY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A40 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 74 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 309 UXY?

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What year was 309 UXY registered?

309 UXY is a 1952 Austin A40, first registered on 1 November 1952.

Is 309 UXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 309 UXY shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 309 UXY have outstanding finance?

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