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EXN 285

1986 Austin Seven

Beige Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,243 mi
Last recorded97,243 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXN 285
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2011 97,243 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 69,584 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 96,917 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 May 2009 96,677 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 96,287 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 95,127 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 95,127 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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EXN 285 is a 1986 Austin Seven in Beige with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EXN 285, 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 40 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 EXN 285?

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What year was EXN 285 registered?

EXN 285 is a 1986 Austin Seven, first registered on 26 August 1986.

Is EXN 285 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXN 285 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EXN 285 have outstanding finance?

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