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HOY 93K

1971 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,966 mi
Last recorded81,966 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOY 93K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 81,966 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 80,728 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 80,277 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 79,840 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 79,491 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 78,949 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 78,403 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 76,999 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 76,637 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 74,706 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 73,756 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 73,756 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 73,012 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 73,012 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 72,962 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 72,925 miles

dry/creeking noise from steering column when wheel turned.

Fail 17 Jun 2011 72,925 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

dry/creeking noise from steering column when wheel turned.

Pass 11 May 2010 72,396 miles

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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HOY 93K is a 1971 Austin Mini in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 HOY 93K, 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 55 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 HOY 93K registered?

HOY 93K is a 1971 Austin Mini, first registered on 17 November 1971.

Is HOY 93K safe to buy?

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