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OSU 304

1988 Austin Seven

Maroon Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,404 mi
Last recorded9,404 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Austin Seven6,368 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSU 304
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1988
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 9,404 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f king pin slight play

Pass 5 Sep 2024 9,306 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f king pin slight play

Pass 4 Jul 2023 9,168 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

o/s kin pin slight play

Pass 20 Jun 2022 8,958 miles

Off side kin pin slight play

Pass 21 Jun 2021 8,764 miles

Offside Front King pin slight play

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 8,614 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 8,276 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 8,193 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 7,868 miles

All tyres starting to perish

Pass 10 Mar 2016 7,383 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 6,957 miles

All four tyres starting to perrish

Pass 5 Mar 2012 6,346 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 6,090 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 5,927 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 5,687 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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OSU 304 is a 1988 Austin Seven in Maroon with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 6,368 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 OSU 304, 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 38 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 OSU 304?

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What year was OSU 304 registered?

OSU 304 is a 1988 Austin Seven, first registered on 20 July 1988.

Is OSU 304 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSU 304 shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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