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DKE 693K

1972 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

53,171 mi
Last recorded53,171 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKE 693K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 53,171 miles

heavily undersealed

Pass 13 Jun 2017 52,742 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 Jun 2017 52,731 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (rear) bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately fouling tie arm (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (rear) bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Jun 2016 52,500 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 52,223 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 57,960 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 20 Mar 2014 57,960 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 51,663 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 50,469 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 49,641 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 49,535 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 50,553 miles

both headamp patterns poor

slight movement in lower steering column bush

vehicle underside heaverly repaired by patch welding

Fail 28 Mar 2009 50,553 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight movement in lower steering column bush

vehicle underside heaverly repaired by patch welding

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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DKE 693K is a 1972 Austin Mini in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 51,943 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 DKE 693K, 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 54 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 DKE 693K registered?

DKE 693K is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 18 April 1972.

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