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SRY 39N

1974 Austin Mini

Grey Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

66,472 mi
Last recorded66,472 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2007
Typical for 1974 Austin Mini50,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRY 39N
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2007 66,472 miles

offside rear brake recording low

Fail 7 Aug 2007 66,472 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front to rear brake pipe wrongly routed

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

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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SRY 39N is a 1974 Austin Mini in Grey with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 50,714 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 SRY 39N, 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 52 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SRY 39N?

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What year was SRY 39N registered?

SRY 39N is a 1974 Austin Mini, first registered on 9 September 1974.

Is SRY 39N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRY 39N 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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