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CPE 356

1998 Austin Seven

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,023 mi
Last recorded2,023 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2008
Typical for 1998 Austin Seven6,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPE 356
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2008 2,023 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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CPE 356 is a 1998 Austin Seven in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.7% with a typical mileage of 6,841 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 CPE 356, 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 28 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 CPE 356?

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What year was CPE 356 registered?

CPE 356 is a 1998 Austin Seven, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is CPE 356 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPE 356 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CPE 356 have outstanding finance?

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