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MLF 404

1985 Austin A40

Beige Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,716 mi
Last recorded59,716 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLF 404
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2012 59,716 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 59,670 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s kingpin has some lift

Fail 24 Mar 2011 59,670 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s kingpin has some lift

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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MLF 404 is a 1985 Austin A40 in Beige with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MLF 404, 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 41 years old, this Austin A40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MLF 404 registered?

MLF 404 is a 1985 Austin A40, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is MLF 404 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLF 404 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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