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Austin A40

Black · Petrol · 1954 · 1,200 cc

FGS 421MOT history

FGS 421 is a black petrol Austin A40 first used on 26 Mar 1954. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2023 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 79,907 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2023
Mileage
79,907 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2022
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,841 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FGS 421
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin
Model
A40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,200 cc
Year of manufacture
1954
First used
26 Mar 1954
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

FGS 421 was last recorded at 79,907 miles on 21 Jul 2022, 491 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,416 miles · 21 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
491 miles
Average per year
1,841 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 79,907 miles
  • 2020 – 79,416 miles
  • 2019 – 79,179 miles
  • 2012 – 52,950 miles
  • 2010 – 52,758 miles
  • 2009 – 52,305 miles
  • 2006 – 50,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,907 miles

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

11 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,907 miles (+491)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    79,907 miles
    Test number
    997327600298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,416 miles (+237)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    79,416 miles
    Test number
    286432180228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass79,179 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,179 miles
    Test number
    748393030841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail79,178 miles (+26,228)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,178 miles
    Test number
    155360165505
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

  5. Pass52,950 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,950 miles
    Test number
    437956252096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass52,758 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    52,758 miles
    Test number
    330110990013
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  7. Fail52,756 miles (+451)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,756 miles
    Test number
    140663080035
    • FailureFront Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass52,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    52,305 miles
    Test number
    681597079080
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  9. Fail52,305 miles (+1,425)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,305 miles
    Test number
    561751379039
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f /o/s/f tyres sidewalls cracking /strong advise

  10. Pass50,880 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    50,880 miles
    Test number
    214172816378
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

  11. Fail50,866 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,866 miles
    Test number
    863205886219
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Questions about FGS 421

What vehicle is registration FGS 421 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FGS 421 on a black petrol Austin A40 first used on 26 Mar 1954. 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 FGS 421 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on FGS 421 expired on 20 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on FGS 421?
The MOT on FGS 421 expired on 20 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has FGS 421 done?
FGS 421 was recorded at 79,907 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2022, an average of 1,841 miles a year.
Has FGS 421 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FGS 421 has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2019.
Has the mileage on FGS 421 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 FGS 421 find?
FGS 421 passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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