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GLN 789J

1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,461 mi
Last recorded63,461 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van42,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLN 789J
MakeAustin
Model6 Cwt Van
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 63,461 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 63,343 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 63,184 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 62,573 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 61,729 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 61,729 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 61,712 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 61,709 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 37,831 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 61,688 miles

indcator tell tail not working .!!!

nearside front top rebound bush missing.!!!

How Reliable is the Austin 6 Cwt Van?

Based on 2,211 MOT tests across 241 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 122
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 99
brake recording little or no effort 81
brake binding 76
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GLN 789J is a 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 42,433 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 6 Cwt Van fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GLN 789J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 6 Cwt Van typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Austin 6 Cwt Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GLN 789J?

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What year was GLN 789J registered?

GLN 789J is a 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van, first registered on 12 May 1971.

Is GLN 789J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLN 789J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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