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SV 7434

1998 Austin Seven

Blue Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,789 mi
Last recorded40,789 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Austin Seven6,841 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV 7434
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2011 40,789 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

no front position lamps+rear reflectors + stop lamps fitted at time of test

some play in steering joints

Pass 1 Sep 2010 40,748 miles

Oil leak

no front position or stop lamps or reflectors fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Aug 2009 40,585 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking

no rear reflectors or front position or stop lamps fitted at time of test, contacted vosa after checking with senior and scheme advisory, we were advised acceptable but to be noted and advised

no stop lamps fitted at time of test due to age

Fail 14 Aug 2009 40,585 miles

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

nearside rear tyre cracking

no front position lamps fitted at time of test

no stop lamps fitted at time of test due to age

Pass 2 Sep 2008 40,245 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 40,127 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 39,822 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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SV 7434 is a 1998 Austin Seven in Blue with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.7% with a typical mileage of 6,841 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 SV 7434, 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 28 years old, this Austin Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SV 7434 registered?

SV 7434 is a 1998 Austin Seven, first registered on 29 October 1998.

Is SV 7434 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV 7434 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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