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18 SY

1972 Austin Mini

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,588 mi
Last recorded15,588 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration18 SY
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 15,588 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 15,513 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 15,091 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 13,704 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 12,874 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 12,298 miles

Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 12,298 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 10,857 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 9,638 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 8,648 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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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18 SY is a 1972 Austin Mini in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 51,943 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 18 SY, 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 54 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 18 SY?

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What year was 18 SY registered?

18 SY is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 15 September 1972.

Is 18 SY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 18 SY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 18 SY have outstanding finance?

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