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GRT 205D

1966 Austin 1800

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,471 mi
Last recorded8,471 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1966 Austin 180027,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRT 205D
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2017 8,471 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 8,462 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 8,432 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 8,390 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 8,300 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 8,223 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 8,117 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 8,085 miles

spare wheel carrier rusted

Pass 28 May 2009 7,991 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 7,924 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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GRT 205D is a 1966 Austin 1800 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1966 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 27,278 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GRT 205D, 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 60 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 GRT 205D registered?

GRT 205D is a 1966 Austin 1800, first registered on 1 January 1966.

Is GRT 205D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRT 205D shows 10 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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