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VMW 204K

1971 Austin Mini Cooper S

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

68,045 mi
Last recorded68,045 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S43,699 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMW 204K
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 68,045 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 67,490 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 67,490 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 31 May 2011 67,006 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2010 66,619 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 66,619 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 65,688 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 65,686 miles

Nearside Front Upper Fluid suspension unit displaced (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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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VMW 204K is a 1971 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 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 VMW 204K, 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.

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What year was VMW 204K registered?

VMW 204K is a 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 1 September 1971.

Is VMW 204K safe to buy?

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