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PHL 84M

1973 Austin Mini

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,581 mi
Last recorded78,581 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Austin Mini52,795 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHL 84M
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Sep 2017 78,581 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

vehicle undersealed

Pass 20 Feb 2016 78,581 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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PHL 84M is a 1973 Austin Mini in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PHL 84M, 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

How do I check the history of PHL 84M?

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What year was PHL 84M registered?

PHL 84M is a 1973 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is PHL 84M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHL 84M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PHL 84M have outstanding finance?

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