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GLP 525J

1971 Austin 1800

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,871 mi
Last recorded6,871 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2015
Typical for 1971 Austin 180065,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLP 525J
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2015 6,871 miles

corrosion to n/s/r but out of prescribed area

n/s/f tyre is slightly perrished

o/s/f inner drive shaft joint is slightly worn

slight surface corrosion to various parts and componants of under vehicle ok at time of test with cat tool

some brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2014 3,485 miles

Oil leak

corrosion to some parts out of prescribed area

slight surface corrosion to various parts and componants of under vehicle ok at time of test with cat tool

various brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 14 May 2014 2,744 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

corrosion to some parts out of prescribed area

slight surface corrosion to various parts and componants of under vehicle ok at time of test with cat tool

various brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2013 1,280 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake slightly binding

Nearside front jacking point corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Oct 2013 1,269 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake slightly binding

Nearside front jacking point corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Austin 1800?

Based on 1,165 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
brake binding 43
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 22
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GLP 525J is a 1971 Austin 1800 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1971 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 65,734 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 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GLP 525J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 55 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GLP 525J registered?

GLP 525J is a 1971 Austin 1800, first registered on 2 June 1971.

Is GLP 525J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLP 525J shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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