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229 RHU

1981 Austin Mini Cooper

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,030 mi
Last recorded69,030 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2009
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Vehicle Details

Registration229 RHU
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2009 69,030 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 69,012 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 68,993 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper?

Based on 4,144 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 150
brake recording little or no effort 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 127
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 88
parking brake recording little or no effort 84
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229 RHU is a 1981 Austin Mini Cooper in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Cooper fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 229 RHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of 229 RHU?

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What year was 229 RHU registered?

229 RHU is a 1981 Austin Mini Cooper, first registered on 1 November 1981.

Is 229 RHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 229 RHU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 229 RHU have outstanding finance?

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