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CBP 678

1936 Austin Ruby

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,216 mi
Last recorded7,216 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2012
Typical for 1936 Austin Ruby29,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBP 678
MakeAustin
ModelRuby
Year1936
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2012 7,216 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 6,980 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 6,754 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 6,493 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 6,198 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 5,709 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 5,709 miles

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Service brake mechanism fouling on exhaust.

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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CBP 678 is a 1936 Austin Ruby in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1936 Austin Ruby models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 29,390 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CBP 678, 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 90 years old, this Austin Ruby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CBP 678?

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What year was CBP 678 registered?

CBP 678 is a 1936 Austin Ruby, first registered on 29 September 1936.

Is CBP 678 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBP 678 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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