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XSA 23Y

1982 Austin 1300

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,335 mi
Last recorded37,335 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSA 23Y
MakeAustin
Model1300
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2021 37,335 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 36,667 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 36,667 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

How Reliable is the Austin 1300?

Based on 2,322 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
372
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 150
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 111
brake recording little or no effort 101
brake binding 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 75
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XSA 23Y is a 1982 Austin 1300 in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Austin 1300 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XSA 23Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 44 years old, this Austin 1300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XSA 23Y registered?

XSA 23Y is a 1982 Austin 1300, first registered on 21 October 1982.

Is XSA 23Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSA 23Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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