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WFH 475M

1973 Austin Mini 1000

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

74,408 mi
Last recorded74,408 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2008
Typical for 1973 Austin Mini 100057,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFH 475M
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2008 74,408 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 74,395 miles

Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 74,175 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 74,142 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

Sills corroded.

Wear in steering column top bush.

Wipers worn.

n/s/f and o/s/f drive shaft nut split pins missing.

o/s/f track rod end rubber boot split.

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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WFH 475M is a 1973 Austin Mini 1000 in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 57,252 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 WFH 475M, 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 53 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 WFH 475M registered?

WFH 475M is a 1973 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 14 November 1973.

Is WFH 475M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFH 475M shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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