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HYK 565N

1975 Austin Mini

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1975 Austin Mini49,000 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYK 565N
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017

slight play in upper ball joints

Fail 25 Aug 2017

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

slight play in upper ball joints

Pass 27 Jun 2014 2,007 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 2,007 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 12,007 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 20,010 miles

all tyres perished on sidewalls

Fail 17 Mar 2012 2,008 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

all tyres perished on sidewalls

o/s engine mount bolt lose

Pass 12 Mar 2011 1,785 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 30 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2010 25 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

fuel hose perrished (to carb)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 20,167 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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HYK 565N is a 1975 Austin Mini in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1975 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 49,000 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HYK 565N, 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 51 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HYK 565N registered?

HYK 565N is a 1975 Austin Mini, first registered on 26 February 1975.

Is HYK 565N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYK 565N shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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