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TSL 521

2001 Austin Seven

Blue Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,048 mi
Last recorded4,048 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Austin Seven9,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSL 521
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2013 4,048 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 3,931 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 3,651 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 3,479 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 2,889 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 2,753 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 2,231 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 2,231 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 1,381 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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TSL 521 is a 2001 Austin Seven in Blue with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.6% with a typical mileage of 9,446 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 TSL 521, 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 25 years old, this Austin Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TSL 521 registered?

TSL 521 is a 2001 Austin Seven, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is TSL 521 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSL 521 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 TSL 521 have outstanding finance?

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