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ELR 961

1997 Austin Seven

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,222 mi
Last recorded22,222 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Austin Seven5,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELR 961
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 May 2013 22,222 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 21,823 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2011 19,617 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 17,322 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 14,510 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 13,340 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 10,298 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 8,816 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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ELR 961 is a 1997 Austin Seven in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 5,098 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 ELR 961, 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 29 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 ELR 961?

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What year was ELR 961 registered?

ELR 961 is a 1997 Austin Seven, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is ELR 961 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELR 961 shows 8 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 ELR 961 have outstanding finance?

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