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HEF 78N

1975 Austin Mini 1275 GT

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,495 mi
Last recorded63,495 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2008
Typical for 1975 Austin Mini 1275 GT49,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEF 78N
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2008 63,495 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1275 GT?

Based on 885 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51
brake recording little or no effort 31
Headlamp aim too low 25
parking brake recording little or no effort 24
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
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HEF 78N is a 1975 Austin Mini 1275 GT in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1975 Austin Mini 1275 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 49,074 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 1275 GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HEF 78N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1275 GT typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 51 years old, this Austin Mini 1275 GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HEF 78N?

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What year was HEF 78N registered?

HEF 78N is a 1975 Austin Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 28 February 1975.

Is HEF 78N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEF 78N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HEF 78N have outstanding finance?

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