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BCJ 70V

1979 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

63,622 mi
Last recorded63,622 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Austin Mini55,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCJ 70V
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 63,622 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 63,345 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 63,032 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 62,583 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 62,229 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 62,223 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 61,792 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 60,929 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 60,085 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 59,150 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 21 May 2008 59,150 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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BCJ 70V is a 1979 Austin Mini in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1979 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 55,576 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BCJ 70V, 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 47 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BCJ 70V registered?

BCJ 70V is a 1979 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 December 1979.

Is BCJ 70V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCJ 70V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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