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YN 1961

1926 Austin 7

Red Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,215 mi
Last recorded75,215 miles
Recorded on16 May 2012
Typical for 1926 Austin 76,320 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN 1961
MakeAustin
Model7
Year1926
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 16 May 2012 75,215 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 74,934 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 74,353 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 5,877 miles

How Reliable is the Austin 7?

Based on 3,419 MOT tests across 662 vehicles.

92.4%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
100
Year Lifespan
662
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 34
brake recording little or no effort 29
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 22
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
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YN 1961 is a 1926 Austin 7 in Red with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1926 Austin 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.2% with a typical mileage of 6,320 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin 7 fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN 1961, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 100 years. At 100 years old, this Austin 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YN 1961?

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What year was YN 1961 registered?

YN 1961 is a 1926 Austin 7, first registered on 18 March 1926.

Is YN 1961 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN 1961 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.

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