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DF 8517

1929 Austin Seven

Blue Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,035 mi
Last recorded5,035 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 1929 Austin Seven4,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF 8517
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1929
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2012 5,035 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 4,609 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 3,713 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 2,507 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 1,885 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 407 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 118 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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DF 8517 is a 1929 Austin Seven in Blue with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DF 8517, 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 DF 8517?

You can check the full history of DF 8517 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DF 8517 registered?

DF 8517 is a 1929 Austin Seven, first registered on 14 August 1929.

Is DF 8517 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF 8517 shows 7 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 DF 8517 have outstanding finance?

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