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AAS 173

1937 Austin Ruby

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,358 mi
Last recorded87,358 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2009
Typical for 1937 Austin Ruby44,328 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAS 173
MakeAustin
ModelRuby
Year1937
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2009 87,358 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 87,140 miles

slight play in both king pins

Pass 6 Jun 2006 86,658 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Ruby?

Based on 523 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

94.1%
Pass Rate
172
Miles/Year
91
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5
Headlamp not working on main beam 4
brake recording little or no effort 4
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 2
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AAS 173 is a 1937 Austin Ruby in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1937 Austin Ruby models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.1% with a typical mileage of 44,328 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Ruby fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AAS 173, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Ruby typically stays on UK roads for around 91 years. At 89 years old, this Austin Ruby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AAS 173?

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What year was AAS 173 registered?

AAS 173 is a 1937 Austin Ruby, first registered on 10 June 1937.

Is AAS 173 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAS 173 shows 3 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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