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XPA 992N

1974 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,167 mi
Last recorded85,167 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1974 Austin Mini50,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPA 992N
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 85,167 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 80,859 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 75,357 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 75,354 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 73,653 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 69,689 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 66,271 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 63,068 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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XPA 992N is a 1974 Austin Mini in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1974 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 50,714 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 XPA 992N, 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 52 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XPA 992N registered?

XPA 992N is a 1974 Austin Mini, first registered on 23 August 1974.

Is XPA 992N safe to buy?

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