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KSE 836J

1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,140 mi
Last recorded20,140 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van42,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKSE 836J
MakeAustin
Model6 Cwt Van
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 20,140 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 20,140 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 20,140 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 20,140 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 20,140 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 20,140 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 18,685 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 18,258 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 17,154 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

offside steering rack gater twisted.

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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KSE 836J is a 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KSE 836J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KSE 836J registered?

KSE 836J is a 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is KSE 836J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KSE 836J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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