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DYE 280J

1970 Austin 1100

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,234 mi
Last recorded26,234 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2013
Typical for 1970 Austin 110045,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYE 280J
MakeAustin
Model1100
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2013 26,234 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 26,040 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 25,841 miles

exhaust slightly blowing at centre box

Pass 4 Mar 2010 25,636 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 25,229 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 25,127 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 1100?

Based on 2,867 MOT tests across 415 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
324
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 246
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 119
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 114
brake binding 93
brake recording little or no effort 88
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DYE 280J is a 1970 Austin 1100 in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Austin 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 45,350 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 1100 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 246 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DYE 280J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 56 years old, this Austin 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DYE 280J?

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What year was DYE 280J registered?

DYE 280J is a 1970 Austin 1100, first registered on 8 September 1970.

Is DYE 280J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYE 280J shows 6 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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