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GWU 819N

1974 Austin Mini 1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,245 mi
Last recorded32,245 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 Austin Mini 100048,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWU 819N
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 32,245 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

floors corroded

nearside floors/sills corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2008 30,119 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 30,119 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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GWU 819N is a 1974 Austin Mini 1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 48,690 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 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GWU 819N, 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 52 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GWU 819N?

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What year was GWU 819N registered?

GWU 819N is a 1974 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 8 November 1974.

Is GWU 819N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWU 819N shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GWU 819N have outstanding finance?

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