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SOY 756N

1974 Austin Mini 1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,874 mi
Last recorded49,874 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 Austin Mini 100048,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOY 756N
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 49,874 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 49,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

corrosion to vehicle underside & rear subframe

Pass 21 Jul 2015 49,297 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

extensive surface corrosion underside

Pass 6 Aug 2010 48,319 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 48,316 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Sub-frame inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

corrosion to off side outer sill by rear subframe mounting

nsf sidelight dim

pulls to right under braking

slight play in steering rack

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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SOY 756N is a 1974 Austin Mini 1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 48,690 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SOY 756N, 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 52 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 SOY 756N?

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What year was SOY 756N registered?

SOY 756N is a 1974 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 27 September 1974.

Is SOY 756N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOY 756N shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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