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BYC 771J

1970 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

4,366 mi
Last recorded4,366 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini54,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYC 771J
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 4,366 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel Slight wear in steering rack (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 3,098 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 1,772 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 194 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 98,862 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 97,321 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 95,714 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 93,487 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 93,486 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 91,508 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 88,239 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 86,176 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 83,915 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 82,031 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 82,031 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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BYC 771J is a 1970 Austin Mini in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 54,174 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 BYC 771J, 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 56 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 BYC 771J registered?

BYC 771J is a 1970 Austin Mini, first registered on 16 August 1970.

Is BYC 771J safe to buy?

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