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XYP 146N

1974 Austin Mini

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,714 mi
Last recorded50,714 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2020
Typical for 1974 Austin Mini50,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYP 146N
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2020 50,714 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Fail 24 Dec 2020 50,714 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 50,666 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 50,637 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 50,619 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 50,619 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 50,567 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 50,454 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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XYP 146N is a 1974 Austin Mini in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 XYP 146N, 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.

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How do I check the history of XYP 146N?

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What year was XYP 146N registered?

XYP 146N is a 1974 Austin Mini, first registered on 16 August 1974.

Is XYP 146N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYP 146N shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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