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SUY 897L

1973 Austin Mini 1000

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,661 mi
Last recorded7,661 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1973 Austin Mini 100057,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUY 897L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2025 7,661 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 7,503 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 7,425 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 7,221 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 6,950 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 6,718 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 6,654 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 6,475 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 6,090 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 5,706 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 5,273 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 5,254 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 5,191 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 4,940 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 4,872 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 4,844 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 4,788 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 4,763 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 4,730 miles

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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SUY 897L is a 1973 Austin Mini 1000 in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,252 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 SUY 897L, 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 53 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 SUY 897L?

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What year was SUY 897L registered?

SUY 897L is a 1973 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 12 February 1973.

Is SUY 897L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUY 897L shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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