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JAD 239

1948 Austin A40

Yellow Petrol 4800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,290 mi
Last recorded12,290 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAD 239
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1948
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2011 12,290 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 22,290 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 12,290 miles

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)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 12,290 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 12,290 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 12,290 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

How Reliable is the Austin A40?

Based on 7,076 MOT tests across 1,266 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
269
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
1,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 204
brake binding 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 137
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 136
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JAD 239 is a 1948 Austin A40 in Yellow with a 4,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin A40 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JAD 239, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A40 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 78 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JAD 239 registered?

JAD 239 is a 1948 Austin A40, first registered on 30 December 1948.

Is JAD 239 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAD 239 shows 6 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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