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HPD 662K

1971 Austin Mini 1000

Beige Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,240 mi
Last recorded78,240 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 100054,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPD 662K
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2021 78,240 miles

park brake effort 16%

Rear fog lamp tell tail not working

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 78,227 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Steering locking device ineffective steering arm lock tabs (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting holed by corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting holed by corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings upper steering arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear fog lamp tell tail not working

park brake effort 16%

Pass 1 Aug 2016 78,078 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 77,925 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 77,518 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 76,565 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 76,152 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 76,035 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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HPD 662K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000 in Beige with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HPD 662K, 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 HPD 662K registered?

HPD 662K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 9 September 1971.

Is HPD 662K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPD 662K 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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