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White · Petrol · 1959 · 950 cc

7 UMEMOT history

7 UME is a white petrol Austin Healey first used on 31 Dec 1959. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 7,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2024
Mileage
7,165 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
7 UME
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin
Model
Healey
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
950 cc
Year of manufacture
1959
First used
31 Dec 1959
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

7 UME was last recorded at 7,165 miles on 31 Mar 2023, 257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
6,908 miles · 4 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
257 miles
Average per year
354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 7,165 miles
  • 2021 – 6,908 miles
  • 2020 – 6,705 miles
  • 2019 – 6,555 miles
  • 2018 – 6,219 miles
  • 2017 – 5,843 miles
  • 2016 – 5,609 miles
  • 2015 – 5,241 miles
  • 2014 – 4,872 miles
  • 2013 – 3,926 miles
  • 2012 – 3,416 miles
  • 2011 – 2,334 miles
  • 2010 – 2,053 miles
  • 2009 – 1,874 miles
  • 2008 – 1,528 miles
  • 2006 – 1,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass7,165 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass7,165 miles (+257)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    7,165 miles
    Test number
    335159687757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass6,908 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    6,908 miles
    Test number
    580840527892
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear axle check straps deteriorated

  3. Fail6,908 miles (+203)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,908 miles
    Test number
    490679649680
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear axle check straps deteriorated

  4. Pass6,705 miles (+150)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    6,705 miles
    Test number
    770192901648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass6,555 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    6,555 miles
    Test number
    376075317070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber action soft
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber action soft

  6. Fail6,555 miles (+336)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,555 miles
    Test number
    147669739420
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe leaking fuel tank union (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass6,219 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    6,219 miles
    Test number
    762532580503
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail6,171 miles (+328)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,171 miles
    Test number
    566423021269
    • FailureBraking system leaking brake lamp switch (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' blade (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  9. Pass5,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    5,843 miles
    Test number
    286449849237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Fail5,843 miles (+234)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,843 miles
    Test number
    507965523941
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Pass5,609 miles (+368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    5,609 miles
    Test number
    465298167187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass5,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    5,241 miles
    Test number
    866987775119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail5,241 miles (+369)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,241 miles
    Test number
    349407675144
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass4,872 miles (+946)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    4,872 miles
    Test number
    125527554152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass3,926 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    3,926 miles
    Test number
    595584763181
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteClutch slave leaking
    • NoteVery little rust protection underneath

  16. Fail3,926 miles (+510)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,926 miles
    Test number
    999232763101
    • FailureFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteClutch slave leaking
    • NoteVery little rust protection underneath

  17. Pass3,416 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    3,416 miles
    Test number
    315113352149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • NoteNearside front and offside rear wheel bearings slightly noisey

  18. Fail3,416 miles (+1,082)10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,416 miles
    Test number
    958152752132
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • NoteNearside front and offside rear wheel bearings slightly noisey

  19. Pass2,334 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    2,334 miles
    Test number
    905388411171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear spring hanger fixing poorly welded

  20. Fail2,334 miles (+281)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,334 miles
    Test number
    656358011137
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear spring hanger fixing poorly welded

  21. Fail2,053 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,053 miles
    Test number
    273478740145
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass2,053 miles (+179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    2,053 miles
    Test number
    490008940134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass1,874 miles (+346)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    1,874 miles
    Test number
    542803439169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass1,528 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    1,528 miles
    Test number
    602806208147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass1,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    1,275 miles
    Test number
    931204316263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 7 UME

What vehicle is registration 7 UME currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 7 UME on a white petrol Austin Healey first used on 31 Dec 1959. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 7 UME currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 7 UME expired on 30 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 7 UME?
The MOT on 7 UME expired on 30 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 7 UME done?
7 UME was recorded at 7,165 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2023, an average of 354 miles a year.
Has 7 UME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 7 UME has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on 7 UME ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 7 UME find?
7 UME passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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