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BVF 766J

1971 Austin 1300

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,058 mi
Last recorded69,058 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 1971 Austin 130041,667 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVF 766J
MakeAustin
Model1300
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 69,058 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 69,058 miles

Headlamp aim not tested due to fuel leak (4.1.2 (b))

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

brakes not tested due excessive fuel leak

Pass 10 May 2019 68,604 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 68,590 miles

under side general corrosion and heavily undersealed

Pass 15 May 2017 68,558 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 68,558 miles

Brake performance not tested no brakes pedal has no resistance (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2016 68,525 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 68,517 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 68,465 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 68,398 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 68,350 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 68,319 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 68,216 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 68,092 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 67,946 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 67,851 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 67,717 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 67,651 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 1300?

Based on 2,322 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
372
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 150
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 111
brake recording little or no effort 101
brake binding 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 75
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BVF 766J is a 1971 Austin 1300 in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Austin 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 41,667 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 1300 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BVF 766J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Austin 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BVF 766J registered?

BVF 766J is a 1971 Austin 1300, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is BVF 766J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVF 766J shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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