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SNC 686K

1971 Austin Mini

Black Petrol 1330cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,256 mi
Last recorded22,256 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2005
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNC 686K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,330cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2005 22,256 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2005 22,256 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

O/S/F OUTER DOOR SILL CORRODED - NOT IN A PRESCRIBED AREA

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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SNC 686K is a 1971 Austin Mini in Black with a 1,330cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 SNC 686K, 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 55 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SNC 686K registered?

SNC 686K is a 1971 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is SNC 686K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNC 686K 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.

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