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KOB 101P

1975 Austin Mini 1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,547 mi
Last recorded62,547 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1975 Austin Mini 100047,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOB 101P
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 62,547 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 60,360 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 60,360 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 59,334 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 59,022 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 59,022 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 58,401 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 57,845 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 57,478 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 56,700 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 55,723 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 55,723 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 54,609 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 54,608 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

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

Stop lamp not working ALL (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2015 53,943 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 53,305 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 21 Jun 2013 52,244 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 49,533 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 49,141 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 48,868 miles

rear radius arms starting to sieze

Pass 19 Dec 2006 47,031 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Dec 2005 45,464 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

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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KOB 101P is a 1975 Austin Mini 1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1975 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 47,936 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 KOB 101P, 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 51 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KOB 101P?

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What year was KOB 101P registered?

KOB 101P is a 1975 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 22 August 1975.

Is KOB 101P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOB 101P shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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