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LNX 388P

1976 Austin Mini 1000

Red Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,142 mi
Last recorded9,142 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 1976 Austin Mini 100055,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNX 388P
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 9,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 9,142 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 7,267 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 7,033 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 6,547 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

ball joint dust covers slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 Apr 2017 6,073 miles

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

four corners of floor corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2016 5,393 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2015 4,184 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2014 2,915 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 886 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 154 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 133 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 33,402 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 32,795 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 32,372 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 31,642 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

oil leak

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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LNX 388P is a 1976 Austin Mini 1000 in Red with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1976 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 55,676 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 LNX 388P, 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 50 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LNX 388P registered?

LNX 388P is a 1976 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is LNX 388P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNX 388P shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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