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126 XUA

1962 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

555 mi
Last recorded555 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2010
Typical for 1962 Austin Mini35,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration126 XUA
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1962
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2010 555 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 552 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 15,770 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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126 XUA is a 1962 Austin Mini in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1962 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 35,621 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 Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 126 XUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 64 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 126 XUA?

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What year was 126 XUA registered?

126 XUA is a 1962 Austin Mini, first registered on 27 April 1962.

Is 126 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 126 XUA shows 3 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.

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