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JOK 44

1949 Austin A40

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2024
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,162 mi
Last recorded59,162 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 1949 Austin A4058,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOK 44
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1949
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2023 59,162 miles

Both inner and outer sills have general corrosion not excessive

Pass 12 Nov 2022 59,123 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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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JOK 44 is a 1949 Austin A40 in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1949 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.9% with a typical mileage of 58,380 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JOK 44, 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 77 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 JOK 44 registered?

JOK 44 is a 1949 Austin A40, first registered on 22 January 1949.

Is JOK 44 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOK 44 shows 2 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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