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416 PNU

1979 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,461 mi
Last recorded44,461 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2012
Typical for 1979 Austin Mini55,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration416 PNU
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2012 44,461 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 44,461 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 44,417 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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416 PNU is a 1979 Austin Mini in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 55,576 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 416 PNU, 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 47 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 416 PNU?

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What year was 416 PNU registered?

416 PNU is a 1979 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is 416 PNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 416 PNU 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.

Does 416 PNU have outstanding finance?

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