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7643 VX

1960 Austin Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

83,398 mi
Last recorded83,398 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 1960 Austin Mini41,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration7643 VX
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1960
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 83,398 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 83,397 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 74,431 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 74,431 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 71,244 miles

steering colum lower bearing slightly worn

Fail 9 Mar 2015 71,243 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

steering colum lower bearing slightly worn

Pass 22 Mar 2014 709,136 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 70,824 miles

Nearside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 706,195 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 70,085 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 68,969 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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7643 VX is a 1960 Austin Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1960 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 41,274 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 7643 VX, 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 66 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 7643 VX registered?

7643 VX is a 1960 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 October 1960.

Is 7643 VX safe to buy?

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