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CHN 42H

1970 Austin 1800

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,195 mi
Last recorded69,195 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2011
Typical for 1970 Austin 180052,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHN 42H
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2011 69,195 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 68,810 miles

Centre Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Austin 1800?

Based on 1,165 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
brake binding 43
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 22
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CHN 42H is a 1970 Austin 1800 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CHN 42H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 56 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CHN 42H registered?

CHN 42H is a 1970 Austin 1800, first registered on 19 March 1970.

Is CHN 42H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHN 42H 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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