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HNX 389K

1972 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,207 mi
Last recorded81,207 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNX 389K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 81,207 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 80,877 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 80,343 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 79,521 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 79,516 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 78,636 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 77,937 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

handbrake cables guides need grease

Pass 25 Jul 2009 77,017 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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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HNX 389K is a 1972 Austin Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 51,943 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 HNX 389K, 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 54 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HNX 389K registered?

HNX 389K is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 4 July 1972.

Is HNX 389K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNX 389K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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