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BAX 33J

1979 Austin Mini Cooper S

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,762 mi
Last recorded27,762 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAX 33J
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2025 27,762 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 27,746 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 27,452 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 27,377 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 27,357 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 27,337 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 27,188 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 27,052 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 27,002 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 26,956 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 26,882 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 26,788 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,684 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 26,568 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 26,520 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 26,410 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 26,358 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 26,273 miles

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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BAX 33J is a 1979 Austin Mini Cooper S in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BAX 33J, 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 47 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BAX 33J registered?

BAX 33J is a 1979 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 1 December 1979.

Is BAX 33J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAX 33J shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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