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LEK 166P

1976 Austin Mini

Brown Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,739 mi
Last recorded83,739 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2010
Typical for 1976 Austin Mini41,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEK 166P
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1976
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Feb 2010 83,739 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

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

offside rear brake needs attention

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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LEK 166P is a 1976 Austin Mini in Brown with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 41,564 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 LEK 166P, 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 50 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LEK 166P?

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What year was LEK 166P registered?

LEK 166P is a 1976 Austin Mini, first registered on 7 January 1976.

Is LEK 166P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEK 166P shows 1 test 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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