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FDG 368C

1965 Austin A40

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,621 mi
Last recorded73,621 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2010
Typical for 1965 Austin A4049,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDG 368C
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2010 73,621 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

play in bottom o/s truncheon joint

slight noise from o/s front wheel bearing

Pass 11 Mar 2009 69,003 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 64,486 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 59,742 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 54,224 miles

How Reliable is the Austin A40?

Based on 7,076 MOT tests across 1,266 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
269
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
1,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 204
brake binding 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 137
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 136
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FDG 368C is a 1965 Austin A40 in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 49,897 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin A40 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FDG 368C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A40 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 61 years old, this Austin A40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FDG 368C registered?

FDG 368C is a 1965 Austin A40, first registered on 17 December 1965.

Is FDG 368C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDG 368C shows 5 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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