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Austin A40

Grey and Black · Petrol · 1961 · 948 cc

209 XNOMOT history

209 XNO is a grey and black petrol Austin A40 first used on 13 Jun 1961. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 51,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Apr 2026
Mileage
51,656 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
91 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
209 XNO
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin
Model
A40
Colour
Grey and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
948 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
13 Jun 1961
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

209 XNO was last recorded at 51,656 miles on 17 Apr 2025, 1,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,401 miles · 6 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,255 miles
Average per year
91 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 51,656 miles
  • 2021 – 50,401 miles
  • 2020 – 50,391 miles
  • 2019 – 50,380 miles
  • 2018 – 50,332 miles
  • 2017 – 50,315 miles
  • 2016 – 50,300 miles
  • 2014 – 50,228 miles
  • 2013 – 50,165 miles
  • 2012 – 50,098 miles
  • 2011 – 50,081 miles
  • 2010 – 49,907 miles
  • 2009 – 49,901 miles
  • 2007 – 49,879 miles
  • 2005 – 49,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,656 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play Steering idler (2.2.B.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    51,656 miles
    Test number
    915784761178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail51,656 miles (+1,255)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,656 miles
    Test number
    904522248914
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn steering idler slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn upper and lower trunnions slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn upper and lower trunnions have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass50,401 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    50,401 miles
    Test number
    764268680137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass50,391 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    50,391 miles
    Test number
    109998467726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass50,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    50,380 miles
    Test number
    494253639076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail50,380 miles (+48)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,380 miles
    Test number
    729886266442
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass50,332 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,332 miles
    Test number
    196535709496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,315 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,315 miles
    Test number
    960665082352
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play Steering idler (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  9. Fail50,311 miles (+11)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,311 miles
    Test number
    664499262815
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play Steering idler (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  10. Pass50,300 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    50,300 miles
    Test number
    317114886186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front kingpin assembly has slight wear

  11. Fail50,300 miles (+72)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,300 miles
    Test number
    781680268619
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage all bumper brackets (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front kingpin assembly has slight wear

  12. Pass50,228 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    50,228 miles
    Test number
    209541424342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,165 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    50,165 miles
    Test number
    489154073234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,098 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    50,098 miles
    Test number
    117278972200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,081 miles (+174)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,081 miles
    Test number
    697394831224
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight play in steering linkage

  16. Pass49,907 miles (+6)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,907 miles
    Test number
    150512170165
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in steering linkage.

  17. Fail49,901 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,901 miles
    Test number
    284947329107
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFront king pins have play ??
    • NoteRear exhaust repaired ??/
    • NoteSteering system has play???
    • NoteVehicle structure has had extensive repair work carried out???

  18. Pass49,901 miles (+22)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    49,901 miles
    Test number
    373867229199
    • NoteFront king pins have play ??
    • NoteRear exhaust repaired ??/
    • NoteSteering system has play???
    • NoteVehicle structure has had extensive repair work carried out???

  19. Pass49,879 miles (+11)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    49,879 miles
    Test number
    694310437166
    • NoteN/s/front wheel bearing has play
    • NoteSteering system has a degree of play in the idler arm

  20. Pass49,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    49,868 miles
    Test number
    814777665241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 209 XNO

What vehicle is registration 209 XNO currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 209 XNO on a grey and black petrol Austin A40 first used on 13 Jun 1961. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 209 XNO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 209 XNO expired on 16 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 209 XNO?
The MOT on 209 XNO expired on 16 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 209 XNO done?
209 XNO was recorded at 51,656 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2025, an average of 91 miles a year.
Has 209 XNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 209 XNO has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on 209 XNO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 209 XNO find?
209 XNO passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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