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YSU 207

1989 Austin Seven

Maroon Petrol 847cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,984 mi
Last recorded81,984 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1989 Austin Seven15,391 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSU 207
MakeAustin
ModelSeven
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine847cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 81,984 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 81,984 miles

Front Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod cracked (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 81,984 miles

All tyres starting to perish.

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 81,984 miles

Nearside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

All tyres starting to perish.

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 81,984 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 May 2014 81,984 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 81,984 miles

GENERAL GOOD CONDITION FOR AGE

SLIGHT STIFFNESS IN STEERING BOX

Fail 10 Nov 2011 81,984 miles

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the front (1.4.C.1b)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the rear (1.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 81,961 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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YSU 207 is a 1989 Austin Seven in Maroon with a 847cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 15,391 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 YSU 207, 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 37 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 YSU 207 registered?

YSU 207 is a 1989 Austin Seven, first registered on 24 November 1989.

Is YSU 207 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSU 207 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YSU 207 have outstanding finance?

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