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B337 VLJ

2002 Austin Mini

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,580 mi
Last recorded65,580 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB337 VLJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2011 65,580 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

o/s/r and n/s/f tyre cracked between treads

Fail 27 Oct 2008 64,949 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 64,949 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 64,113 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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B337 VLJ is a 2002 Austin Mini in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B337 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 24 years old, this Austin Mini is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B337 VLJ registered?

B337 VLJ is a 2002 Austin Mini, first registered on 17 June 2002.

Is B337 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B337 VLJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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