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VFU 524J

1970 Austin 6 Cwt Van

Blue Other 1098cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1970 Austin 6 Cwt Van48,082 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFU 524J
MakeAustin
Model6 Cwt Van
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,098cc

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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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VFU 524J is a 1970 Austin 6 Cwt Van in Blue with a 1,098cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1970 Austin 6 Cwt Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 48,082 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 VFU 524J, 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 56 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 VFU 524J registered?

VFU 524J is a 1970 Austin 6 Cwt Van, first registered on 23 November 1970.

Is VFU 524J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFU 524J shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VFU 524J have outstanding finance?

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