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OSU 480

1989 Austin Seven

Green Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,665 mi
Last recorded2,665 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 1989 Austin Seven15,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSU 480
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 May 2013 2,665 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 2,350 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 1,982 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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OSU 480 is a 1989 Austin Seven in Green with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 15,391 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 OSU 480, 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 37 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 OSU 480?

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What year was OSU 480 registered?

OSU 480 is a 1989 Austin Seven, first registered on 1 February 1989.

Is OSU 480 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSU 480 shows 3 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 480 have outstanding finance?

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