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BFG 247

1936 Austin 12

Green Petrol 1479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,339 mi
Last recorded15,339 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 1936 Austin 1237,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFG 247
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1936
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,479cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2018 15,339 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 14,656 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 14,378 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 13,989 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 13,675 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 12,978 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 12,674 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 12,513 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 12,362 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 12,153 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 11,730 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 12?

Based on 859 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

94.3%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
99
Year Lifespan
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 7
Headlamp not working on main beam 5
brake recording little or no effort 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 5
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BFG 247 is a 1936 Austin 12 in Green with a 1,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1936 Austin 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 37,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 12 fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFG 247, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 99 years. At 90 years old, this Austin 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BFG 247?

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What year was BFG 247 registered?

BFG 247 is a 1936 Austin 12, first registered on 18 June 1936.

Is BFG 247 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFG 247 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BFG 247 have outstanding finance?

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