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BRU 513K

1971 Austin Mini 1000

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,882 mi
Last recorded97,882 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2007
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 100054,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRU 513K
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2007 97,882 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 97,870 miles

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

SLIGHT BLOW ON FRONT EXHAUST

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000?

Based on 7,092 MOT tests across 1,013 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 443
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 380
brake recording little or no effort 296
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 235
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 218
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BRU 513K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000 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 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 54,584 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 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRU 513K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BRU 513K registered?

BRU 513K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 6 December 1971.

Is BRU 513K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRU 513K 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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