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VYK 859M

1974 Austin 1800

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,750 mi
Last recorded93,750 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYK 859M
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2010 93,750 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 86,480 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2008 78,566 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 72,143 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 72,081 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 1800?

Based on 1,165 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
brake binding 43
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 22
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VYK 859M is a 1974 Austin 1800 in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VYK 859M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 52 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VYK 859M registered?

VYK 859M is a 1974 Austin 1800, first registered on 5 March 1974.

Is VYK 859M safe to buy?

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