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BHT 198

1935 Austin Ruby

Red Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,288 mi
Last recorded98,288 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2012
Typical for 1935 Austin Ruby24,321 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHT 198
MakeAustin
ModelRuby
Year1935
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2012 98,288 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 98,217 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 97,925 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 97,648 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 97,376 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 97,109 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 96,717 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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BHT 198 is a 1935 Austin Ruby in Red with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1935 Austin Ruby models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 24,321 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 BHT 198, 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 91 years old, this Austin Ruby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BHT 198 registered?

BHT 198 is a 1935 Austin Ruby, first registered on 22 February 1935.

Is BHT 198 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHT 198 shows 7 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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