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BKX 830A

1963 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,177 mi
Last recorded71,177 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 1963 Austin Mini46,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKX 830A
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1963
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 71,177 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Dec 2016 71,042 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) advise checking ()

Pass 24 Dec 2015 70,643 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 70,610 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 70,542 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 70,541 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 70,175 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 69,946 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 69,283 miles

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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BKX 830A is a 1963 Austin Mini in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1963 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 46,423 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 BKX 830A, 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 63 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BKX 830A?

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What year was BKX 830A registered?

BKX 830A is a 1963 Austin Mini, first registered on 7 March 1963.

Is BKX 830A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKX 830A 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.

Does BKX 830A have outstanding finance?

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