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KLN 814K

1971 Austin Mini 1000

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,577 mi
Last recorded92,577 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2016
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 100054,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLN 814K
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2016 92,577 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear lower bushes deteriorated. (2.7.4)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion offside sill (6.1.A.1)

engine oil leak

front brake discs rusty.

Fail 25 Nov 2016 92,577 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured front sub frame (2.2.C.1h)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven nearside greater (3.7.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear lower bushes deteriorated. (2.7.4)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion offside sill (6.1.A.1)

engine oil leak

front brake discs rusty.

Pass 3 Jul 2015 91,241 miles

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 29 Jun 2015 91,240 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 89,353 miles

Oil leak

corrosion to bottom of n/s/f door

Pass 8 Jul 2013 88,009 miles

corrosion to bottom of n/s door

Pass 14 May 2012 23,227 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp inoperative

Fail 1 May 2012 23,227 miles

Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp inoperative

Pass 12 Apr 2011 23,227 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 23,227 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KLN 814K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000 in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KLN 814K, 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.

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KLN 814K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 3 August 1971.

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