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HYD 977K

1972 Austin Mini

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

20,304 mi
Last recorded20,304 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYD 977K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 20,304 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 19,913 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 19,402 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 59,306 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 59,030 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 58,408 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 58,408 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 57,625 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 56,699 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 56,175 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 55,692 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 55,692 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 55,124 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 54,688 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 53,703 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 52,421 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 52,365 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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HYD 977K is a 1972 Austin Mini in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HYD 977K, 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 HYD 977K registered?

HYD 977K is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 14 February 1972.

Is HYD 977K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYD 977K shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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