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AOU 427C

1965 Austin Mini Cooper S

White Petrol 1071cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

38,465 mi
Last recorded38,465 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S38,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOU 427C
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,071cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 38,465 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 38,383 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 38,353 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 38,208 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 38,183 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 38,014 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 38,014 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 May 2011 37,958 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 37,861 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 37,753 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 37,663 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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AOU 427C is a 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S in White with a 1,071cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 38,353 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 AOU 427C, 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 61 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 AOU 427C registered?

AOU 427C is a 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 3 March 1965.

Is AOU 427C safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOU 427C shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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