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AAO 481J

1971 Austin Mini Cooper S

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

491 mi
Last recorded491 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2009
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S43,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAO 481J
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2009 491 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 476 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,935 MOT tests across 527 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
258
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 124
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Stop lamp not working 72
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 64
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 64
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AAO 481J is a 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 43,699 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 Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AAO 481J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AAO 481J registered?

AAO 481J is a 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 19 April 1971.

Is AAO 481J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAO 481J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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