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BCT 943L

1973 Austin Mini

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,311 mi
Last recorded94,311 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 1973 Austin Mini52,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCT 943L
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 94,311 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 94,311 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 94,234 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 93,966 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 93,750 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 92,904 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 92,180 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 91,307 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 90,552 miles

nearside front tyre cracking

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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BCT 943L is a 1973 Austin Mini in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 52,795 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 BCT 943L, 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 53 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 BCT 943L registered?

BCT 943L is a 1973 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 June 1973.

Is BCT 943L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCT 943L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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