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XFO 298

1956 Austin Champ

Green Petrol 2838cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,073 mi
Last recorded48,073 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFO 298
MakeAustin
ModelChamp
Year1956
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,838cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2013 48,073 miles

Slight bind on N/S front wheel

Pass 6 Jul 2012 46,702 miles

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

Slight bind on both front wheels

Pass 4 Jul 2011 50,211 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 49,569 miles

Possible leak of oil from the offside front and rear hub oil seals

Fail 15 Jul 2010 49,569 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Possible leak of oil from the offside front and rear hub oil seals

Pass 1 Jun 2009 48,325 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 47,864 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 47,801 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 47,698 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Champ?

Based on 1,018 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
273
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 23
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
parking brake recording little or no effort 18
Stop lamp not working 16
Headlamp not working on main beam 15
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XFO 298 is a 1956 Austin Champ in Green with a 2,838cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Austin Champ fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XFO 298, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Champ typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 70 years old, this Austin Champ is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XFO 298 registered?

XFO 298 is a 1956 Austin Champ, first registered on 30 December 1956.

Is XFO 298 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFO 298 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XFO 298 have outstanding finance?

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