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LVS 219

1986 Austin A35

Black Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,701 mi
Last recorded28,701 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVS 219
MakeAustin
ModelA35
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2009 28,701 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 6 Nov 2009 28,701 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 26,683 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 28,630 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2006 28,660 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 28,660 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Austin A35?

Based on 9,322 MOT tests across 1,780 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
296
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
1,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 362
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 293
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 287
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 278
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 227
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LVS 219 is a 1986 Austin A35 in Black with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Austin A35 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 362 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LVS 219, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A35 typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 40 years old, this Austin A35 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LVS 219 registered?

LVS 219 is a 1986 Austin A35, first registered on 1 September 1986.

Is LVS 219 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVS 219 shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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