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NGK 889P

1976 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,694 mi
Last recorded35,694 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 1976 Austin Mini41,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGK 889P
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 35,694 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 35,207 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 34,019 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 32,834 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 31,757 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 29,722 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 29,722 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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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NGK 889P is a 1976 Austin Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NGK 889P, 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

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What year was NGK 889P registered?

NGK 889P is a 1976 Austin Mini, first registered on 9 January 1976.

Is NGK 889P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGK 889P shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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