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UYH 604M

1973 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

81,099 mi
Last recorded81,099 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 1973 Austin Mini52,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYH 604M
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 81,099 miles

oil leaks

sight play rack

Fail 27 Sep 2016 81,099 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

oil leaks

sight play rack

Pass 14 Apr 2014 80,677 miles

engine oil leak

front discs poor

slight twist in n/s/f brake flexi

Fail 14 Apr 2014 80,675 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine oil leak

front discs poor

slight twist in n/s/f brake flexi

Pass 4 Apr 2012 80,301 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 80,299 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 80,025 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 80,023 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 79,282 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 79,280 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 77,944 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 76,764 miles

both wipers poor

heavily undersealed

slight play rack

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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UYH 604M is a 1973 Austin Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UYH 604M, 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

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What year was UYH 604M registered?

UYH 604M is a 1973 Austin Mini, first registered on 24 August 1973.

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