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FJM 170

1959 Austin A35

Black Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,385 mi
Last recorded68,385 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2011
Typical for 1959 Austin A3540,817 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJM 170
MakeAustin
ModelA35
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2011 68,385 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 67,103 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 67,103 miles

How Reliable is the Austin A35?

Based on 9,322 MOT tests across 1,780 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
296
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
1,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 362
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 293
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 287
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 278
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 227
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FJM 170 is a 1959 Austin A35 in Black with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1959 Austin A35 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 40,817 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 A35 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 362 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJM 170, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A35 typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 67 years old, this Austin A35 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJM 170?

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What year was FJM 170 registered?

FJM 170 is a 1959 Austin A35, first registered on 9 April 1959.

Is FJM 170 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJM 170 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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