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TGK 353

1956 Austin A30 Seven

Black Petrol 803cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,000 mi
Last recorded60,000 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2012
Typical for 1956 Austin A30 Seven44,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGK 353
MakeAustin
ModelA30 Seven
Year1956
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine803cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2012 60,000 miles

outer sills rusting

Fail 8 Jun 2012 60,000 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

outer sills rusting

Pass 15 May 2007 60,000 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the Austin A30 Seven?

Based on 3,348 MOT tests across 650 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
273
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
650
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 104
brake recording little or no effort 95
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 91
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 91
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
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TGK 353 is a 1956 Austin A30 Seven in Black with a 803cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1956 Austin A30 Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 44,004 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 A30 Seven fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGK 353, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A30 Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 70 years old, this Austin A30 Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TGK 353?

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What year was TGK 353 registered?

TGK 353 is a 1956 Austin A30 Seven, first registered on 24 August 1956.

Is TGK 353 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGK 353 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.

Does TGK 353 have outstanding finance?

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