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ACV 482K

1971 Austin Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

77,471 mi
Last recorded77,471 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini52,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACV 482K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 77,471 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2020 77,455 miles

Nearside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 76,921 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 75,771 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 75,771 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 74,464 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 56,800 miles

slight blow on exhaust

slight play n/s/f upper balljoint

underbody has been undersealed

Fail 8 Apr 2009 56,800 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight blow on exhaust

slight play n/s/f upper balljoint

underbody has been undersealed

Fail 28 Apr 2006 95,447 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 95,447 miles

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

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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ACV 482K is a 1971 Austin Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 ACV 482K, 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 55 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ACV 482K registered?

ACV 482K is a 1971 Austin Mini, first registered on 3 August 1971.

Is ACV 482K safe to buy?

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