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GCD 425N

1974 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

60,263 mi
Last recorded60,263 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2005
Typical for 1974 Austin Mini50,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCD 425N
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Oct 2005 60,263 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

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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GCD 425N is a 1974 Austin Mini in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1974 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 50,714 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GCD 425N, 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 52 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 GCD 425N registered?

GCD 425N is a 1974 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 October 1974.

Is GCD 425N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCD 425N shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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