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WJG 802J

1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,142 mi
Last recorded21,142 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van42,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJG 802J
MakeAustin
Model6 Cwt Van
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 21,142 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 19,179 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 16,948 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 16,487 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 16,338 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 16,239 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 15,493 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 14,976 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 14,314 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 13,581 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 11,788 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 11,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2010 10,176 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 10,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 9,957 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 8,023 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 5,804 miles

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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WJG 802J is a 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 42,433 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WJG 802J, 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 55 years old, this Austin 6 Cwt Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJG 802J registered?

WJG 802J is a 1971 Austin 6 Cwt Van, first registered on 4 March 1971.

Is WJG 802J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJG 802J shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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