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MVB 376

1954 Austin A30 Seven

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,595 mi
Last recorded59,595 miles
Recorded on12 May 2015
Typical for 1954 Austin A30 Seven55,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVB 376
MakeAustin
ModelA30 Seven
Year1954
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2015 59,595 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 59,213 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 57,590 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 56,973 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 55,903 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 54,991 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 53,511 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 52,983 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2008 52,983 miles

Nearside Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Leaf spring has a deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

How Reliable is the Austin A30 Seven?

Based on 3,348 MOT tests across 650 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
273
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
650
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 104
brake recording little or no effort 95
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 91
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 91
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 83
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MVB 376 is a 1954 Austin A30 Seven in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1954 Austin A30 Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 55,444 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin A30 Seven fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MVB 376, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A30 Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 72 years old, this Austin A30 Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MVB 376?

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What year was MVB 376 registered?

MVB 376 is a 1954 Austin A30 Seven, first registered on 1 September 1954.

Is MVB 376 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVB 376 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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