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BFD 499J

1971 Austin Mini 1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,811 mi
Last recorded86,811 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2014
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 100054,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFD 499J
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2014 86,811 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 7 Jan 2012 85,503 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s rear tyre cracking inbetween tread

Pass 13 Nov 2010 84,853 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 83,977 miles

Offside Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2009 83,975 miles

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

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

Offside Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000?

Based on 7,092 MOT tests across 1,013 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 443
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 380
brake recording little or no effort 296
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 235
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 218
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BFD 499J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 54,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFD 499J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFD 499J registered?

BFD 499J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 22 January 1971.

Is BFD 499J safe to buy?

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