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FRX 886K

1971 Austin Mini 1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,294 mi
Last recorded36,294 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2014
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 100054,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRX 886K
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2014 36,294 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 36,186 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 36,100 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 35,923 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 34,600 miles

offside rear tyre tread cracking

Pass 17 Jun 2008 31,203 miles

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

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

excess smoke

Pass 14 Aug 2007 30,898 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 30,897 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

all tyres perished slightly

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000?

Based on 7,092 MOT tests across 1,013 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 443
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 380
brake recording little or no effort 296
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 235
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 218
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FRX 886K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 54,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FRX 886K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FRX 886K registered?

FRX 886K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is FRX 886K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRX 886K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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