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AVN 604

1938 Austin Ruby

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,700 mi
Last recorded4,700 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2012
Typical for 1938 Austin Ruby1,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVN 604
MakeAustin
ModelRuby
Year1938
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2012 4,700 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 4,343 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 2,936 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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AVN 604 is a 1938 Austin Ruby in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1938 Austin Ruby models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 1,904 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 AVN 604, 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 88 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 AVN 604?

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What year was AVN 604 registered?

AVN 604 is a 1938 Austin Ruby, first registered on 14 September 1938.

Is AVN 604 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVN 604 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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