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DBD 812K

1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van

White Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

41,588 mi
Last recorded41,588 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van42,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBD 812K
MakeAustin
Model6 Cwt Van
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 41,588 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 35,282 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 29,640 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 24,908 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 20,887 miles

slight corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 30 Nov 2012 15,433 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 57,233 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2011 3,920 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 22,687 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 22,686 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2008 555 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 22 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 6 Cwt Van?

Based on 2,211 MOT tests across 241 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 122
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 99
brake recording little or no effort 81
brake binding 76
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DBD 812K is a 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van in White with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 42,433 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 6 Cwt Van fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DBD 812K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 6 Cwt Van typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Austin 6 Cwt Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DBD 812K registered?

DBD 812K is a 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is DBD 812K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBD 812K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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