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TYG 834L

1972 Austin Mini 1000

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

66,590 mi
Last recorded66,590 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 100047,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYG 834L
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 66,590 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 66,217 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 May 2016 65,741 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 65,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2015 64,592 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 8 May 2015 64,592 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 63,810 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 62,945 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 62,904 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

front suspension bump stops missing offside and nearside

Pass 22 Apr 2010 58,763 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

all wheels stick out of line of bodywork

Fail 14 Apr 2010 58,620 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

all wheels stick out of line of bodywork

Pass 2 Apr 2009 56,005 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 51,283 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 51,283 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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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TYG 834L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000 in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 47,015 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 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TYG 834L, 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 54 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TYG 834L registered?

TYG 834L is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 10 November 1972.

Is TYG 834L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYG 834L shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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