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LDG 842

1994 Austin A40

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,149 mi
Last recorded48,149 miles
Recorded on12 May 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDG 842
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2011 48,149 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 47,656 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 47,601 miles

rear spring shackles slightly worn

Fail 12 Dec 2008 47,601 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear spring shackles slightly worn

Pass 4 Dec 2007 47,183 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2006 46,909 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 46,855 miles

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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LDG 842 is a 1994 Austin A40 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LDG 842, 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 32 years old, this Austin A40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LDG 842 registered?

LDG 842 is a 1994 Austin A40, first registered on 26 June 1994.

Is LDG 842 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LDG 842 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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