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XPD 704Y

1982 Austin Mini

Grey Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,342 mi
Last recorded127,342 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini55,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPD 704Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 127,342 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2021 127,298 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 127,089 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 125,420 miles

vehicle presented has been extensively modified fitted with a non standard front subframe and front brakes

Pass 6 Apr 2018 118,804 miles

Coolant leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2018 118,801 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Brake pipe inadequately supported rear brake line through floor (3.6.B.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Horn on separate switch

Offside Front Lower ball joint has play

Vehicle has substantial modifications

Pass 15 Jul 2016 118,103 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside steering arm has slight wear to inner ball joint

Pass 18 Jul 2015 111,186 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 18 Jul 2015 111,186 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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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XPD 704Y is a 1982 Austin Mini in Grey with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 55,886 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 XPD 704Y, 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 44 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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XPD 704Y is a 1982 Austin Mini, first registered on 16 October 1982.

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