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MOT Valid

1962 Austin A40 1.1L Petrol · 459 FOR

459 FOR

1962 Austin A40 (1.1L, petrol). First registered 26/10/1962. Recorded mileage 80,642 miles. MOT valid until 10/06/2027.

Make & Model
AUSTIN A40
Year / Origin
1962
MOT Status
Valid until 10/06/2027
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
80,642 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 10/06/2027
Tax Status
Check Tax
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1962
Engine
1098cc

459 FOR Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/06/2026
  • 80,642 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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459 FOR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 12:35
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

1 MOT test are recorded for this 1962 Austin A40 (459 FOR) between June 2026 and June 2026.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY

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