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CDV 740

1938 Austin Seven

Black Petrol 858cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,610 mi
Last recorded51,610 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2012
Typical for 1938 Austin Seven38,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDV 740
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1938
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine858cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2012 51,610 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2011 51,563 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 51,433 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 51,397 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 51,285 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 51,162 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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CDV 740 is a 1938 Austin Seven in Black with a 858cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1938 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 38,310 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 CDV 740, 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 88 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 CDV 740?

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What year was CDV 740 registered?

CDV 740 is a 1938 Austin Seven, first registered on 11 November 1938.

Is CDV 740 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDV 740 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CDV 740 have outstanding finance?

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