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VVN 550J

1971 Austin Mini Cooper

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,131 mi
Last recorded56,131 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini Cooper55,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVN 550J
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2017 56,131 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 56,127 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 56,037 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 55,972 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 55,860 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 55,595 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 55,333 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper?

Based on 4,144 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 150
brake recording little or no effort 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 127
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 88
parking brake recording little or no effort 84
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VVN 550J is a 1971 Austin Mini Cooper in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 55,351 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Cooper fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VVN 550J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 55 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VVN 550J registered?

VVN 550J is a 1971 Austin Mini Cooper, first registered on 22 April 1971.

Is VVN 550J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVN 550J shows 7 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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