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GVB 407J

1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64 mi
Last recorded64 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2009
Typical for 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van42,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVB 407J
MakeAustin
Model6 Cwt Van
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2009 64 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 96,709 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 96,685 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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GVB 407J is a 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GVB 407J, 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.

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How do I check the history of GVB 407J?

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What year was GVB 407J registered?

GVB 407J is a 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van, first registered on 19 April 1971.

Is GVB 407J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVB 407J 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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