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YDF 409K

1971 Austin Mini

Brown Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,322 mi
Last recorded22,322 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDF 409K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2018 22,322 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 21,772 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 21,250 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 20,841 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 20,338 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 19,999 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 197,234 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 19,238 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 18,725 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 18,280 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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YDF 409K is a 1971 Austin Mini in Brown with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 YDF 409K, 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 55 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YDF 409K registered?

YDF 409K is a 1971 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is YDF 409K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDF 409K shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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