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DOE 97C

1965 Austin 1800

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,012 mi
Last recorded99,012 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1965 Austin 180034,830 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOE 97C
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 99,012 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 98,883 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 98,595 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 98,420 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 98,421 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 May 2021 98,418 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 98,257 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 98,246 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

foot brake travel

Pass 21 May 2019 98,090 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 97,807 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 97,798 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Park brake low N/S ..

Pass 11 May 2017 97,461 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 97,011 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 32,119 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 32,117 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 31,886 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 31,553 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 31,552 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 31,300 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 31,203 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 30,434 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 96,549 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 94,124 miles

front brake pads wearing low

offside rear brake grabbing slightly

Pass 13 Mar 2007 92,200 miles

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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DOE 97C is a 1965 Austin 1800 in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1965 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 34,830 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 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DOE 97C, 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 61 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DOE 97C?

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What year was DOE 97C registered?

DOE 97C is a 1965 Austin 1800, first registered on 1 June 1965.

Is DOE 97C safe to buy?

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