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YVI 1987

1928 Austin 7

Black Petrol 7cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,590 mi
Last recorded84,590 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2007
Typical for 1928 Austin 72,880 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVI 1987
MakeAustin
Model7
Year1928
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2007 84,590 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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YVI 1987 is a 1928 Austin 7 in Black with a 7cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1928 Austin 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.1% with a typical mileage of 2,880 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 YVI 1987, 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 98 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 YVI 1987?

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What year was YVI 1987 registered?

YVI 1987 is a 1928 Austin 7, first registered on 1 January 1928.

Is YVI 1987 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVI 1987 shows 1 test 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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