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YH 2488

1980 Austin 7

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,972 mi
Last recorded63,972 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH 2488
MakeAustin
Model7
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2016 63,972 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 61,248 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 55,332 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 5,033 miles

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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YH 2488 is a 1980 Austin 7 in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YH 2488, 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 46 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 YH 2488?

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What year was YH 2488 registered?

YH 2488 is a 1980 Austin 7, first registered on 6 February 1980.

Is YH 2488 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH 2488 shows 4 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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