CarVerify

Free Car Check

TKO 317X

1981 Austin Mini 1000

Black Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,967 mi
Last recorded73,967 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2009
4 checks still locked for this Austin
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKO 317X
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2009 73,967 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 73,967 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 69,148 miles

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

the o/s and n/s heel board is scabby

there are big cover sills fitted obviously covering corroded ouer and inner sills.

there is a hole in the o/s f footwell, it is outside of the presribed area, for the subframe mount, brake pedal, brake pipes and seat mount. I really wanted to fail it!!!!

there is some play in the steering rack

Pass 27 May 2006 65,196 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
Full Austin Mini 1000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

TKO 317X is a 1981 Austin Mini 1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TKO 317X, 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 45 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TKO 317X?

You can check the full history of TKO 317X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TKO 317X registered?

TKO 317X is a 1981 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 13 August 1981.

Is TKO 317X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TKO 317X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TKO 317X have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on TKO 317X. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.