MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,042 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)
Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 Hl E?
Based on 2,262 MOT tests across 264 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BAV 426Y is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 55,480 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 1000 Hl E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 234 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAV 426Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Mini 1000 Hl E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 Hl E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was BAV 426Y registered?
BAV 426Y is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E, first registered on 10 September 1982.
Is BAV 426Y safe to buy?
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