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AMF 498

1996 Austin Seven

Yellow Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,993 mi
Last recorded1,993 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2012
Typical for 1996 Austin Seven5,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMF 498
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 4 Jan 2012 1,993 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 1,417 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 1,327 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 1,051 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 476 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Seven?

Based on 13,637 MOT tests across 2,686 vehicles.

92.8%
Pass Rate
223
Miles/Year
101
Year Lifespan
2,686
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 108
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 105
Stop lamp not working 104
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 99
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
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AMF 498 is a 1996 Austin Seven in Yellow with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 5,338 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Seven fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AMF 498, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 101 years. At 30 years old, this Austin Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AMF 498?

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What year was AMF 498 registered?

AMF 498 is a 1996 Austin Seven, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is AMF 498 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMF 498 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AMF 498 have outstanding finance?

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