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KAB 261N

1975 Austin Mini

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,157 mi
Last recorded37,157 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 1975 Austin Mini49,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAB 261N
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2022 37,157 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 May 2019 35,690 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 35,664 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 35,596 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 35,525 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 34,421 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 35,262 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 35,120 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 34,787 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 34,458 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

o/s front subframe mounting bolt loose

Pass 23 Jun 2008 34,458 miles

o/s front subframe mounting bolt loose

Pass 19 Jun 2007 34,329 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 34,329 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 May 2006 34,101 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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KAB 261N is a 1975 Austin Mini in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 KAB 261N, 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 KAB 261N registered?

KAB 261N is a 1975 Austin Mini, first registered on 18 March 1975.

Is KAB 261N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAB 261N shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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