MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,998 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Austin Mini?
Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HLV 500L is a 1973 Austin Mini in White with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1973 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 52,795 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 HLV 500L, 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 53 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of HLV 500L?
You can check the full history of HLV 500L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was HLV 500L registered?
HLV 500L is a 1973 Austin Mini, first registered on 12 July 1973.
Is HLV 500L safe to buy?
The MOT history for HLV 500L 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 HLV 500L have outstanding finance?
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