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YAS 801

1961 Austin Princess

Cream Petrol 3993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,178 mi
Last recorded4,178 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 1961 Austin Princess65,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAS 801
MakeAustin
ModelPrincess
Year1961
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,993cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 4,178 miles

both side steps loose / corroded

handbrake mechanism fouling ht leads

nearside & offside rear mudguard supports corroded

nearside front brake pipe corroded

numerous oil leaks in keeping with age of vehicle

offside front brake pipe corroded (going to wheel cylinder)

transverse rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2015 3,956 miles

handbrake poor

idlere arm bush worn

offside front bake pipe corroded

side step deteriorated on both sides

Fail 20 Mar 2015 3,955 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

handbrake poor

idlere arm bush worn

offside front bake pipe corroded

side step deteriorated on both sides

Pass 1 Apr 2014 3,635 miles

light switch operation stiff

o/s/f brake binding slightly

play in steering idler arm

Pass 17 Jan 2013 3,104 miles

both front brake hoses corroded

brake pipe front to rear nearside ( front by wheel) corroded

handbrake / parking brake pivots corroded ( require greasing)

oil leak engine bay

rear transverse brake hose corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2012 2,331 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 1,411 miles

corrosion n/s & o/s rear body mountings/ wheel arch

idler arm bushes worn

o/s/f & o/s/r brakes binding slightly

Pass 12 Nov 2009 329 miles

tempory pivot bolt fitted to handbrake linkage

Pass 23 Oct 2008 99,040 miles

brake master cylinder damp

front cross member corroded

idler arm pivot worn

How Reliable is the Austin Princess?

Based on 704 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
367
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
brake binding 23
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 23
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
brake application uneven 18
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YAS 801 is a 1961 Austin Princess in Cream with a 3,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1961 Austin Princess models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 65,865 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Princess fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YAS 801, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Princess typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 65 years old, this Austin Princess is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YAS 801 registered?

YAS 801 is a 1961 Austin Princess, first registered on 11 July 1961.

Is YAS 801 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAS 801 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.

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