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UDJ 518L

1973 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,736 mi
Last recorded35,736 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2014
Typical for 1973 Austin Mini52,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDJ 518L
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2014 35,736 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 30,700 miles

nearside rear tyre weaaring outer edge

Pass 24 Jan 2009 14 miles

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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UDJ 518L is a 1973 Austin Mini in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 52,795 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UDJ 518L, 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 53 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UDJ 518L?

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What year was UDJ 518L registered?

UDJ 518L is a 1973 Austin Mini, first registered on 15 June 1973.

Is UDJ 518L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDJ 518L shows 3 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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