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HMF 779K

1971 Austin Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,530 mi
Last recorded55,530 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 100054,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMF 779K
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2018 55,530 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 55,442 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 10,105 miles

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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HMF 779K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 54,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HMF 779K, 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 55 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HMF 779K registered?

HMF 779K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 9 September 1971.

Is HMF 779K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMF 779K shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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