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SYO 74S

1978 Austin Mini Moke

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

37,505 mi
Last recorded37,505 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYO 74S
MakeAustin
ModelMini Moke
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 37,505 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2025 37,505 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 37,476 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 37,465 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 37,458 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 37,427 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 37,278 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 37,068 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 36,880 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all flexible brake pipes slightly perished (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front o/s/f outer cv gaitor deteriated

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush all shock absorber bushes slightly deteriated (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 36,660 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 36,432 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 36,152 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 35,796 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 35,587 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 35,513 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre has puncture marks in the side wall. n/s/r tyre is cracked.o/s/f tyre is cracking. o/s/r trye is cracking.

Fail 28 Apr 2011 35,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre has puncture marks in the side wall. n/s/r tyre is cracked.o/s/f tyre is cracking. o/s/r trye is cracking.

Pass 22 Apr 2010 35,338 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 350,190 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2009 350,186 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 34,305 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 34,046 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 34,042 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 33,933 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Moke?

Based on 1,496 MOT tests across 161 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
148
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
161
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 45
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Stop lamp not working 40
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30
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SYO 74S is a 1978 Austin Mini Moke in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Moke fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SYO 74S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Moke typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 48 years old, this Austin Mini Moke is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SYO 74S registered?

SYO 74S is a 1978 Austin Mini Moke, first registered on 31 December 1978.

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The MOT history for SYO 74S shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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