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VMF 514

1950 Austin A40

Green Petrol 1205cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,384 mi
Last recorded5,384 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2011
Typical for 1950 Austin A4021,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMF 514
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1950
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,205cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2011 5,384 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 5,369 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 5,120 miles

How Reliable is the Austin A40?

Based on 7,076 MOT tests across 1,266 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
269
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
1,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 204
brake binding 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 137
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 136
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VMF 514 is a 1950 Austin A40 in Green with a 1,205cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1950 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 21,600 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 A40 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VMF 514, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A40 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 76 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VMF 514?

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What year was VMF 514 registered?

VMF 514 is a 1950 Austin A40, first registered on 5 July 1950.

Is VMF 514 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMF 514 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.

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