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SLA 629F

1968 Austin Mini Cooper S

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,611 mi
Last recorded3,611 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2013
Typical for 1968 Austin Mini Cooper S41,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLA 629F
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1968
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2013 3,611 miles

165/70/10 FRONT TYRES DETERIORATED

REPAIRS TO PRESCRIBED AREAS SEALED INSPECTION RESTRICTED

Pass 28 Sep 2012 3,588 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 3,568 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

CORROSION UNDERSIDE

UNDERSIDE SEALED INSPECTION RESTRICTED

Pass 2 Apr 2011 3,557 miles

UNDERSIDE HEAVILY SEALED INSPECTION RESTRICTED

Pass 2 Apr 2010 35,331 miles

Offside rear and nearside front tyres deteriorated.

Pass 26 Mar 2009 3,522 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 3,522 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 3,362 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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SLA 629F is a 1968 Austin Mini Cooper S in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1968 Austin Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 41,182 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 SLA 629F, 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 58 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 SLA 629F registered?

SLA 629F is a 1968 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 29 January 1968.

Is SLA 629F safe to buy?

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