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BTA 739Y

1982 Austin Mini

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86 mi
Last recorded86 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2014
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini55,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTA 739Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2014 86 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 5 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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BTA 739Y is a 1982 Austin Mini in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 55,886 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 BTA 739Y, 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 44 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BTA 739Y registered?

BTA 739Y is a 1982 Austin Mini, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is BTA 739Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTA 739Y shows 2 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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