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MVS 253

1934 Austin Seven

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,084 mi
Last recorded9,084 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 1934 Austin Seven20,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVS 253
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1934
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 9,084 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 9,084 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 8,214 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 7,581 miles

Offside & nearside king pins have slight play

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Jul 2009 7,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the front (1.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the rear (1.4.C.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Offside & nearside king pins have slight play

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MVS 253 is a 1934 Austin Seven in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1934 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.9% with a typical mileage of 20,466 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MVS 253, 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 92 years old, this Austin Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MVS 253?

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What year was MVS 253 registered?

MVS 253 is a 1934 Austin Seven, first registered on 9 July 1934.

Is MVS 253 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVS 253 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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