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SF 8023

1927 Austin 12

Blue Petrol 1479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,980 mi
Last recorded1,980 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 1927 Austin 124,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF 8023
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1927
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,479cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Feb 2012 1,980 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 1,832 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 1,577 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 1,207 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 990 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 251 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 9,907 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 12?

Based on 859 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

94.3%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
99
Year Lifespan
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 7
Headlamp not working on main beam 5
brake recording little or no effort 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 5
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SF 8023 is a 1927 Austin 12 in Blue with a 1,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1927 Austin 12 models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.3% with a typical mileage of 4,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 12 fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF 8023, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 12 typically stays on UK roads for around 99 years. At 99 years old, this Austin 12 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SF 8023?

You can check the full history of SF 8023 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SF 8023 registered?

SF 8023 is a 1927 Austin 12, first registered on 1 April 1927.

Is SF 8023 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF 8023 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF 8023 have outstanding finance?

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