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BF 4714

2008 Austin Seven

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Austin Seven1,148 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF 4714
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2012
Pass 4 Feb 2011
Pass 30 Jan 2010
Pass 26 Jan 2009

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 909 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 909 miles

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

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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BF 4714 is a 2008 Austin Seven in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.0% with a typical mileage of 1,148 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 BF 4714, 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 18 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 BF 4714?

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What year was BF 4714 registered?

BF 4714 is a 2008 Austin Seven, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is BF 4714 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF 4714 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BF 4714 have outstanding finance?

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