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CS 5843

1996 Austin Seven

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,096 mi
Last recorded18,096 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2012
Typical for 1996 Austin Seven5,338 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCS 5843
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2012 18,096 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 18,096 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.A.1b)

Pass 27 May 2011 17,639 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 16,965 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 15,664 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 15 May 2009 15,633 miles

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 15,345 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 15,345 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 14,477 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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CS 5843 is a 1996 Austin Seven in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 5,338 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 CS 5843, 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 30 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 CS 5843?

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What year was CS 5843 registered?

CS 5843 is a 1996 Austin Seven, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is CS 5843 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CS 5843 shows 9 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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