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OAH 137

1952 Austin A40

Grey Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,871 mi
Last recorded49,871 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 1952 Austin A4051,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAH 137
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1952
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2022 49,871 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 49,763 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 49,485 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2019 48,653 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 47,794 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2017 46,635 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2016 45,738 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 43,297 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 40,345 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 40,270 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 40,143 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 39,793 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2010 39,394 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 37,743 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 37,306 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 36,616 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 33,164 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight play at n/s and o/s wheel;s

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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OAH 137 is a 1952 Austin A40 in Grey with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1952 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 51,833 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OAH 137, 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 74 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OAH 137 registered?

OAH 137 is a 1952 Austin A40, first registered on 10 November 1952.

Is OAH 137 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAH 137 shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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