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HSU 638

1987 Austin Seven

Black Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,580 mi
Last recorded1,580 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSU 638
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2021 1,580 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 1,372 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 1,368 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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

ns os steering joints have slight play

Pass 27 May 2010 1,367 miles

historic car rbt and tapley done to get percentage

Pass 29 May 2009 1,271 miles

steering box has play detected at wheel

Pass 26 Oct 2007 1,222 miles

front brake cables have one cable adjuster each ns os

Pass 8 Sep 2006 1,111 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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HSU 638 is a 1987 Austin Seven in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HSU 638, 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 39 years old, this Austin Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HSU 638 registered?

HSU 638 is a 1987 Austin Seven, first registered on 17 December 1987.

Is HSU 638 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSU 638 shows 7 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 HSU 638 have outstanding finance?

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