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SMF 170S

1977 Leyland Cars Mini 1000

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,968 mi
Last recorded19,968 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 100050,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMF 170S
MakeLeyland Cars
ModelMini 1000
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 19,968 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 19,719 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 19,520 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 19,520 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 19,518 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 19,517 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 19,411 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 19,375 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 18,893 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 18,893 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2006 18,868 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 18,839 miles

How Reliable is the Leyland Cars Mini 1000?

Based on 5,740 MOT tests across 872 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
872
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 413
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 304
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 271
brake recording little or no effort 263
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SMF 170S is a 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 1000 in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 50,126 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Leyland Cars Mini 1000 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 413 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SMF 170S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Leyland Cars Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 49 years old, this Leyland Cars Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SMF 170S?

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What year was SMF 170S registered?

SMF 170S is a 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 1000, first registered on 25 August 1977.

Is SMF 170S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMF 170S shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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