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DPK 51

1936 Austin 12

Maroon Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,915 mi
Last recorded44,915 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2012
Typical for 1936 Austin 1237,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPK 51
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1936
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2012 44,915 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 42,073 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 40,550 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 38,473 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 37,494 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 35,583 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 34,699 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 12?

Based on 859 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

94.3%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
99
Year Lifespan
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 7
Headlamp not working on main beam 5
brake recording little or no effort 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 5
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DPK 51 is a 1936 Austin 12 in Maroon with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1936 Austin 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 37,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 12 fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DPK 51, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 99 years. At 90 years old, this Austin 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DPK 51?

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What year was DPK 51 registered?

DPK 51 is a 1936 Austin 12, first registered on 2 April 1936.

Is DPK 51 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPK 51 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DPK 51 have outstanding finance?

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