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ATR 573K

1971 Austin Mini

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,490 mi
Last recorded70,490 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini52,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATR 573K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 70,490 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 70,400 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 70,083 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 70,057 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 70,053 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 69,933 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 69,973 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 69,795 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 69,688 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 69,428 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 69,428 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 69,299 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 69,299 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 68,997 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 68,677 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 68,677 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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ATR 573K is a 1971 Austin Mini in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 ATR 573K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ATR 573K registered?

ATR 573K is a 1971 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is ATR 573K safe to buy?

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