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BNU 136L

1973 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,056 mi
Last recorded5,056 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Austin Mini52,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNU 136L
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Sep 2017 5,056 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 4,994 miles

surface cracking to both front tyres

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

surface cracking to nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Sep 2015 4,955 miles

cracking to nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Sep 2014 4,835 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 4,694 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 4,494 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 4,289 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 4,108 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 3,900 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 3,454 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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BNU 136L is a 1973 Austin Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BNU 136L, 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

How do I check the history of BNU 136L?

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What year was BNU 136L registered?

BNU 136L is a 1973 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is BNU 136L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNU 136L shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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