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OUF 217

1954 Austin A30 Seven

Black Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,059 mi
Last recorded14,059 miles
Recorded on26 May 2012
Typical for 1954 Austin A30 Seven55,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUF 217
MakeAustin
ModelA30 Seven
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 May 2012 14,059 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2012 14,059 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 13,694 miles

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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OUF 217 is a 1954 Austin A30 Seven in Black with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OUF 217, 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 OUF 217?

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What year was OUF 217 registered?

OUF 217 is a 1954 Austin A30 Seven, first registered on 1 October 1954.

Is OUF 217 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUF 217 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OUF 217 have outstanding finance?

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