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HCL 674Y

1991 Austin Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

21,439 mi
Last recorded21,439 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1991 Austin Mini43,613 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCL 674Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 21,439 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front drive shaft gaiter deteriorated

Fail 29 May 2018 21,439 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front drive shaft gaiter deteriorated

Pass 30 May 2017 21,361 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 21,361 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 21,234 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 21,041 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 20,524 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 20,310 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 20,304 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2006 20,087 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)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

o/s/r service and parking brake low on effort

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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HCL 674Y is a 1991 Austin Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1991 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 43,613 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 HCL 674Y, 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 35 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HCL 674Y registered?

HCL 674Y is a 1991 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 December 1991.

Is HCL 674Y safe to buy?

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