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XHU 589

1982 Austin A30 Seven

Black Petrol 803cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,343 mi
Last recorded53,343 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHU 589
MakeAustin
ModelA30 Seven
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine803cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2012 53,343 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

steering box has slight play at drop end

Pass 29 Jun 2010 53,252 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 52,973 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 52,239 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 51,722 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 50,363 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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XHU 589 is a 1982 Austin A30 Seven in Black with a 803cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XHU 589, 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 44 years old, this Austin A30 Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XHU 589 registered?

XHU 589 is a 1982 Austin A30 Seven, first registered on 23 July 1982.

Is XHU 589 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHU 589 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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