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LBD 449L

1973 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,008 mi
Last recorded99,008 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Austin Mini52,795 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBD 449L
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2017 99,008 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 98,870 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 98,760 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 98,704 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 98,453 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 29 Jun 2011 98,332 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 98,147 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 97,831 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 97,518 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 97,086 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 96,635 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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LBD 449L is a 1973 Austin Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 52,795 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 LBD 449L, 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 53 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 LBD 449L registered?

LBD 449L is a 1973 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is LBD 449L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBD 449L shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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