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EPG 523

1996 Austin Seven

Maroon Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,378 mi
Last recorded2,378 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Austin Seven5,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPG 523
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2013 2,378 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 2,326 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 2,183 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 2,070 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 1,764 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 1,465 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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EPG 523 is a 1996 Austin Seven in Maroon with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 EPG 523, 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 EPG 523?

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What year was EPG 523 registered?

EPG 523 is a 1996 Austin Seven, first registered on 14 November 1996.

Is EPG 523 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPG 523 shows 6 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 EPG 523 have outstanding finance?

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