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VJ 939

1928 Austin 12

Black Petrol 1631cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,606 mi
Last recorded8,606 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJ 939
MakeAustin
Model12
Year1928
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,631cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2012 8,606 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all tyres showing signs of ageing

both front king pins slight play

Pass 5 Sep 2011 8,230 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 7,815 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 744 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 7,086 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 6,631 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 6,151 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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VJ 939 is a 1928 Austin 12 in Black with a 1,631cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VJ 939, 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 98 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 VJ 939?

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What year was VJ 939 registered?

VJ 939 is a 1928 Austin 12, first registered on 31 December 1928.

Is VJ 939 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJ 939 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 VJ 939 have outstanding finance?

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