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LFH 889

1954 Austin Saloon

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,834 mi
Last recorded64,834 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFH 889
MakeAustin
ModelSaloon
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 64,834 miles

rear leaf springs weak

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Gearbox mounting defective mounting rubbers deteriorated ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

play in offside front king pin

Pass 5 Nov 2010 67,782 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 64,770 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 64,762 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 64,761 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 64,759 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 64,752 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Saloon?

Based on 454 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
193
Miles/Year
93
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
brake recording little or no effort 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5
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LFH 889 is a 1954 Austin Saloon 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 Saloon fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LFH 889, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Saloon typically stays on UK roads for around 93 years. At 72 years old, this Austin Saloon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LFH 889 registered?

LFH 889 is a 1954 Austin Saloon, first registered on 20 February 1954.

Is LFH 889 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFH 889 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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