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YAM 696K

1972 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

75,582 mi
Last recorded75,582 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAM 696K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 75,582 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 75,114 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 74,744 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 74,116 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 73,781 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 73,329 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 72,853 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 72,489 miles

Both driver and front passenger seat slightly insecure at tilting mechanism

Steering and suspension components greased, unable to fully inspect.

Underside of vehicle undersealed, unable to fully inspect body/structure condition

Pass 17 Jul 2017 71,558 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 70,763 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 69,530 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 68,490 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 67,951 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 67,011 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 66,577 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 65,698 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 65,132 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 64,800 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 64,352 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 64,342 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 May 2006 63,491 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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YAM 696K is a 1972 Austin Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 51,943 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 YAM 696K, 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 54 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 YAM 696K registered?

YAM 696K is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 28 April 1972.

Is YAM 696K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAM 696K shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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