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XFX 603B

1964 Austin A40

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,084 mi
Last recorded86,084 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1964 Austin A4057,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFX 603B
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1964
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 86,084 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

secondery/parking brake made min reqiurement 25%

Fail 10 Jul 2017 86,081 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

secondery/parking brake made min reqiurement 25%

Pass 21 Jul 2016 85,794 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 85,747 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 85,154 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 May 2011 84,165 miles

surface rust on brake pipes front and rear

Pass 12 May 2010 84,038 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 83,765 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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XFX 603B is a 1964 Austin A40 in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1964 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 57,644 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XFX 603B, 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 62 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XFX 603B registered?

XFX 603B is a 1964 Austin A40, first registered on 1 January 1964.

Is XFX 603B safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFX 603B shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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