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UCE 637K

1972 Austin Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,814 mi
Last recorded14,814 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini 100047,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCE 637K
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 14,814 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 14,812 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements all position lights n/w (4.2.2 (a))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2011 12,068 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 4 Aug 2011 12,068 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 10,000 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 8,028 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 6,196 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 3,614 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 3,386 miles

o/s/f brake flexy slightly twisted

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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UCE 637K is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000 in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 UCE 637K, 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.

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What year was UCE 637K registered?

UCE 637K is a 1972 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 2 May 1972.

Is UCE 637K safe to buy?

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