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873 MYD

1972 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

112,001 mi
Last recorded112,001 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration873 MYD
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 112,001 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 111,430 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 111,183 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 110,713 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 110,436 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 110,000 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 109,957 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 109,289 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 108,947 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 108,395 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 3,774 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 98,234 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 95,663 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 92,357 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 90,025 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 98,362 miles

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

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

both front steering rack arms have slight play in ball joints

Fail 26 Jan 2011 98,361 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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

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

both front steering rack arms have slight play in ball joints

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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873 MYD is a 1972 Austin Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 873 MYD, 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

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What year was 873 MYD registered?

873 MYD is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is 873 MYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 873 MYD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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