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OF 8532

1997 Austin 7

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,108 mi
Last recorded9,108 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOF 8532
MakeAustin
Model7
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2013 9,108 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 8,898 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 8,426 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 9 Feb 2010 7,888 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 139,405 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2007 6,861 miles

Brakes require adjustment.

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 13 Dec 2007 6,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 6,364 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005

How Reliable is the Austin 7?

Based on 3,419 MOT tests across 662 vehicles.

92.4%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
100
Year Lifespan
662
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 34
brake recording little or no effort 29
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 22
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
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OF 8532 is a 1997 Austin 7 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Austin 7 fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OF 8532, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 100 years. At 29 years old, this Austin 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OF 8532?

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What year was OF 8532 registered?

OF 8532 is a 1997 Austin 7, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is OF 8532 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OF 8532 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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