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WE 5162

1929 Austin Seven

Maroon Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,928 mi
Last recorded4,928 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2011
Typical for 1929 Austin Seven4,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWE 5162
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1929
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Dec 2011 4,928 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 4,766 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 44,047 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 4,489 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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WE 5162 is a 1929 Austin Seven in Maroon with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1929 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.0% with a typical mileage of 4,504 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 WE 5162, 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 97 years old, this Austin Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WE 5162?

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What year was WE 5162 registered?

WE 5162 is a 1929 Austin Seven, first registered on 10 May 1929.

Is WE 5162 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WE 5162 shows 4 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 WE 5162 have outstanding finance?

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