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BWV 596

1939 Austin 10

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,488 mi
Last recorded55,488 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2014
Typical for 1939 Austin 1057,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWV 596
MakeAustin
Model10
Year1939
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2014 55,488 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 55,387 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 10?

Based on 2,084 MOT tests across 374 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
180
Miles/Year
94
Year Lifespan
374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 31
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
parking brake recording little or no effort 19
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BWV 596 is a 1939 Austin 10 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1939 Austin 10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 57,960 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 10 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BWV 596, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 10 typically stays on UK roads for around 94 years. At 87 years old, this Austin 10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BWV 596 registered?

BWV 596 is a 1939 Austin 10, first registered on 24 March 1939.

Is BWV 596 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWV 596 shows 2 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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