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SAR 291M

1973 Austin 1100

Blue Other 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,424 mi
Last recorded29,424 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Austin 110059,655 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAR 291M
MakeAustin
Model1100
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 May 2018 29,424 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 1100?

Based on 2,867 MOT tests across 415 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
324
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 246
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 119
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 114
brake binding 93
brake recording little or no effort 88
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SAR 291M is a 1973 Austin 1100 in Blue with a 1,098cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Austin 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 59,655 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 1100 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 246 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SAR 291M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 53 years old, this Austin 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SAR 291M registered?

SAR 291M is a 1973 Austin 1100, first registered on 9 August 1973.

Is SAR 291M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAR 291M shows 1 test 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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