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MAR 390L

1973 Austin Mini 1000

Maroon Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,337 mi
Last recorded6,337 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Austin Mini 100057,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAR 390L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1973
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 6,337 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 6,337 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 May 2015 6,279 miles

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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MAR 390L is a 1973 Austin Mini 1000 in Maroon with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,252 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MAR 390L, 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 53 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 MAR 390L?

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What year was MAR 390L registered?

MAR 390L is a 1973 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 2 February 1973.

Is MAR 390L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAR 390L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MAR 390L have outstanding finance?

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