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BF 5178

1929 Austin Seven

Orange Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1929 Austin Seven4,504 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF 5178
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1929
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2010

Hand brake near end of travel

No lights fitted

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2009
Fail 22 Jun 2009

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 5178 is a 1929 Austin Seven in Orange with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1929 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.0% with a typical mileage of 4,504 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 5178, 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 97 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 BF 5178?

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What year was BF 5178 registered?

BF 5178 is a 1929 Austin Seven, first registered on 1 January 1929.

Is BF 5178 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF 5178 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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