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YAX 355J

1971 Austin Mini Cooper S

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,725 mi
Last recorded3,725 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S43,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAX 355J
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 21 May 2018 3,725 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 1,990 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 1,672 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

slight play in steering rack

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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YAX 355J is a 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YAX 355J, 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 YAX 355J registered?

YAX 355J is a 1971 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is YAX 355J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAX 355J shows 3 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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