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GC 6707

1983 Austin 12

Blue Petrol 1861cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,326 mi
Last recorded2,326 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC 6707
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,861cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2012 2,326 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 2,773 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside 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)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 17 Jun 2011 2,773 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 2,730 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 2,597 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 2,571 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 2,466 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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GC 6707 is a 1983 Austin 12 in Blue with a 1,861cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GC 6707, 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 43 years old, this Austin 12 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GC 6707 registered?

GC 6707 is a 1983 Austin 12, first registered on 9 April 1983.

Is GC 6707 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC 6707 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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