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WJD 747

1962 Austin A60

Grey Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

94,269 mi
Last recorded94,269 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 1962 Austin A6067,128 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJD 747
MakeAustin
ModelA60
Year1962
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 94,269 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle is very heavily under sealed

Fail 28 Apr 2022 94,266 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch - fixed shackle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill - fixed shackle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle is very heavily under sealed

Pass 19 May 2021 94,235 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal cross member area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill to floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

both front axle king pins have slight lift .

under body area around all suspension components is under sealed and difficult to inspect

Pass 21 Jul 2016 94,211 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

underside of vehicle has slight surface corrosion

Pass 28 Nov 2014 94,187 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 93,973 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 93,849 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 93,610 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 93,284 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 92,914 miles

How Reliable is the Austin A60?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 410 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
411
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 130
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 121
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 113
brake binding 102
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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WJD 747 is a 1962 Austin A60 in Grey with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1962 Austin A60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 67,128 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin A60 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJD 747, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A60 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 64 years old, this Austin A60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJD 747 registered?

WJD 747 is a 1962 Austin A60, first registered on 28 September 1962.

Is WJD 747 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJD 747 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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