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VTT 303J

1971 Austin Mini Cooper S

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,616 mi
Last recorded6,616 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S43,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTT 303J
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 6,616 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 6,412 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 6,412 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 5,993 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 5,356 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 3,749 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 2,441 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 1,618 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 185 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 98,170 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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VTT 303J is a 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VTT 303J, 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 VTT 303J registered?

VTT 303J is a 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 6 May 1971.

Is VTT 303J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTT 303J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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