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OSU 385

1989 Austin 7

Blue Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,603 mi
Last recorded10,603 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSU 385
MakeAustin
Model7
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2011 10,603 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2010 10,603 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 10,603 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 10,565 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 10,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s rear brake low performance ?

Pass 27 Apr 2006 10,067 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

mid cross member flexing

How Reliable is the Austin 7?

Based on 3,419 MOT tests across 662 vehicles.

92.4%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
100
Year Lifespan
662
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 34
brake recording little or no effort 29
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 22
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
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OSU 385 is a 1989 Austin 7 in Blue with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin 7 fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OSU 385, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 100 years. At 37 years old, this Austin 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OSU 385?

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What year was OSU 385 registered?

OSU 385 is a 1989 Austin 7, first registered on 16 June 1989.

Is OSU 385 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSU 385 shows 6 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 OSU 385 have outstanding finance?

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