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BO 8236

1925 Austin 12

Black Petrol 1479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,240 mi
Last recorded2,240 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO 8236
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1925
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,479cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2010 2,240 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

offside rear door hinge broken

slight oil leak on nearside rear brake drum

Pass 5 Aug 2008 2,240 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

nearside rear axle oil seal leaking

offside rear door lower hinge broken

Pass 7 Aug 2007 2,233 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 2,239 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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BO 8236 is a 1925 Austin 12 in Black with a 1,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BO 8236, 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 101 years old, this Austin 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BO 8236 registered?

BO 8236 is a 1925 Austin 12, first registered on 20 June 1925.

Is BO 8236 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO 8236 shows 4 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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