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VFK 820N

1974 Austin Mini 1000

Black Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1974 Austin Mini 100048,690 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFK 820N
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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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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VFK 820N is a 1974 Austin Mini 1000 in Black with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1974 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 48,690 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 VFK 820N, 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 52 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 VFK 820N registered?

VFK 820N is a 1974 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 24 September 1974.

Is VFK 820N safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFK 820N shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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