1932 AUSTIN SEVEN0.7L PETROL

The latest MOT on 2 May 2026 shows the 1932 Austin Seven passing with no recorded defects at 5,313 mi. This is the first clean result after the only advisory noted in 2009 – a slight play in the near‑side wheel bearing – and there have been no further issues recorded in the subsequent tests (2010, 2011 and 2024). The pattern therefore appears to be stable, if not improving, as the car has gone several years without any new advisories. The mileage is exceptionally low for a vehicle that is now 94 years old – roughly 57 mi per year. Such a figure can indicate very light use or long periods of inactivity, both of which reduce wear on consumables but can also lead to age‑related deterioration such as dried seals, rust‑prone chassis components, and stiff suspension bushings. Because the low mileage does not tell us how the car has been stored or driven, the wear signal is ambiguous and should be treated with caution. For a buyer, the key points to verify in person are: Inspect the near‑side wheel bearing and the opposite side for any play, noise, or roughness when the wheels are turned by hand. Even though the advisory was recorded in 2009, age‑related wear could have progressed. Examine the suspension, steering joints, and chassis for rust, cracked bushings, or seized components that often develop in long‑standing vehicles. Check the brakes – pads, drums, and cables – for thinning, corrosion, or seized mechanisms, as these parts are not covered by the MOT record.