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BMJ 799

1995 Austin Seven

Blue Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

78,980 mi
Last recorded78,980 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMJ 799
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 78,980 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Steering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2012 77,896 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 22 Aug 2012 77,896 miles

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Oil leak

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 283,394 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 28 Mar 2011 77,554 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 77,453 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 77,222 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 76,959 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 76,959 miles

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 76,701 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 76,701 miles

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

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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BMJ 799 is a 1995 Austin Seven in Blue with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BMJ 799, 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 31 years old, this Austin Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BMJ 799 registered?

BMJ 799 is a 1995 Austin Seven, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is BMJ 799 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMJ 799 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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