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KVL 863H

1970 Austin Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,245 mi
Last recorded78,245 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2009
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini54,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVL 863H
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2009 78,245 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

steering rack has slight play

Fail 28 Jul 2009 78,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

steering rack has slight play

Pass 25 Jul 2008 78,063 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 77,635 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 75,776 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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KVL 863H is a 1970 Austin Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 54,174 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 KVL 863H, 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 56 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 KVL 863H registered?

KVL 863H is a 1970 Austin Mini, first registered on 5 March 1970.

Is KVL 863H safe to buy?

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