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XNE 551L

1973 Austin Mini

Orange Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

7,680 mi
Last recorded7,680 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2011
Typical for 1973 Austin Mini52,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNE 551L
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2011 7,680 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Brake valve insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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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XNE 551L is a 1973 Austin Mini in Orange with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 XNE 551L, 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 XNE 551L?

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What year was XNE 551L registered?

XNE 551L is a 1973 Austin Mini, first registered on 12 June 1973.

Is XNE 551L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNE 551L shows 1 test 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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