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42 VKM

1962 Austin Mini

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,587 mi
Last recorded71,587 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2012
Typical for 1962 Austin Mini35,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration42 VKM
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1962
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2012 71,587 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 71,575 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 71,561 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 71,553 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 71,532 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 71,516 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 71,479 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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42 VKM is a 1962 Austin Mini in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 42 VKM, 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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What year was 42 VKM registered?

42 VKM is a 1962 Austin Mini, first registered on 23 November 1962.

Is 42 VKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 42 VKM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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