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SPU 123K

1972 Austin 6 Cwt Van

Grey Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

6,161 mi
Last recorded6,161 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 Austin 6 Cwt Van47,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPU 123K
MakeAustin
Model6 Cwt Van
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 6,161 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 6,102 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 6,102 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 5,869 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 5,865 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 5,865 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 5,861 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 5,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

heavy corrosion at n/s/front engine bay (floor pan),within 30cm of suspension mounting area.

o/s/rear spring shackle top retaining nut only half holding(marked with yellow chalk).

How Reliable is the Austin 6 Cwt Van?

Based on 2,211 MOT tests across 241 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 122
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 99
brake recording little or no effort 81
brake binding 76
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SPU 123K is a 1972 Austin 6 Cwt Van in Grey with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 Austin 6 Cwt Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 47,386 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin 6 Cwt Van fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SPU 123K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 6 Cwt Van typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this Austin 6 Cwt Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SPU 123K registered?

SPU 123K is a 1972 Austin 6 Cwt Van, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is SPU 123K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPU 123K shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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