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RT 8424

1997 Austin Seven

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,618 mi
Last recorded3,618 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Austin Seven5,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRT 8424
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2012 3,618 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 3,618 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 3,618 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 3,618 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 3,618 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 3,618 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 3,618 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 3,618 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2005 3,618 miles

Offside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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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RT 8424 is a 1997 Austin Seven in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 5,098 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 Seven fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RT 8424, 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 29 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 RT 8424?

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What year was RT 8424 registered?

RT 8424 is a 1997 Austin Seven, first registered on 22 April 1997.

Is RT 8424 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RT 8424 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.

Does RT 8424 have outstanding finance?

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