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CYU 892H

1970 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,258 mi
Last recorded94,258 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2010
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini54,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYU 892H
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2010 94,258 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front tyre is perished

Nearside rear tyre is perished

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 95,426 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 94,724 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 92,017 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 87,681 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 84,356 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 84,356 miles

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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CYU 892H is a 1970 Austin Mini in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CYU 892H, 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

How do I check the history of CYU 892H?

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What year was CYU 892H registered?

CYU 892H is a 1970 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 March 1970.

Is CYU 892H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYU 892H shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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