Austin Half Ton Van MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 158 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 20.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Austin Half Ton Van MOT Reliability Overview
The Austin Half Ton Van is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 158 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.1% and a failure rate of 20.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Austin Half Ton Van earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Austin Half Ton Van presents for MOT with approximately 42,406 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1971 models achieve the highest pass rate at 84.6%, while 1970 models have the lowest at 57.6%. This 27.0 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Austin Half Ton Van is Suspension, affecting 21.5% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Brakes at 18.4%. Steering rounds out the top three at 16.5%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 27.8% | 44 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.2% | 35 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 18.4% | 29 |
| 4 | Steering | 17.1% | 27 |
| 5 | Body, Structure And General Items | 7.6% | 12 |
| 6 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 4.4% | 7 |
| 7 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 4.4% | 7 |
| 8 | Tyres | 4.4% | 7 |
| 9 | Driver's View Of The Road | 3.2% | 5 |
| 10 | Non-component Advisories | 0.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 42,406 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 6.57 | 27.8% | 44 |
| Brakes | 5.22 | 22.2% | 35 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 4.33 | 18.4% | 29 |
| Steering | 4.03 | 17.1% | 27 |
| Body & Structure | 1.79 | 7.6% | 12 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 1.04 | 4.4% | 7 |
| Seat Belts | 1.04 | 4.4% | 7 |
| Tyres | 1.04 | 4.4% | 7 |
| Visibility | 0.75 | 3.2% | 5 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.15 | 0.6% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Austin Half Ton Van has 42,406 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Austin Half Ton Van has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.93% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Austin Half Ton Van MOT Data
The Austin Half Ton Van is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 158 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.1% and a failure rate of 20.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Austin Half Ton Van owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Half Ton Van is likely to perform.
Suspension — 21.5% of failures
Suspension issues account for 21.5% of MOT failures on the Austin Half Ton Van. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Brakes — 18.4% of failures
Brakes issues account for 18.4% of MOT failures on the Austin Half Ton Van. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Steering — 16.5% of failures
Steering issues account for 16.5% of MOT failures on the Austin Half Ton Van. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Austin Half Ton Van?
Based on 158 MOT tests in our database, the Austin Half Ton Van has an overall pass rate of 79.1% (20.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Austin Half Ton Van?
The top 3 reasons a Austin Half Ton Van fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (21.5%), 2. Brakes (18.4%), 3. Steering (16.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Austin Half Ton Van reliable?
With a 20.9% MOT failure rate, the Half Ton Van is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Austin Half Ton Van?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (21.5%); Brakes (18.4%); Steering (16.5%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.