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BHA 813K

1971 Morris Mini Cooper S

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,721 mi
Last recorded66,721 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S44,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHA 813K
MakeMorris
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 66,721 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 66,357 miles

N/S/F Lower arm mounting slightly insecure

Nearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

O/S/F Lower arm mounting slightly insecure

Pass 7 Mar 2014 65,821 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 65,688 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 65,561 miles

signs of corrosion to front and rear subframe

slight exhaust blow

Pass 31 Aug 2010 65,437 miles

corrosion to o/s a panel

exhaust blow

front suspension rubbers perishing

signs of corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 22 Sep 2008 65,124 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 15 Sep 2008 65,117 miles

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

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2006 65,111 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,162 MOT tests across 439 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
208
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 92
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 66
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 55
Stop lamp not working 55
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BHA 813K is a 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 44,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHA 813K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Morris 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 BHA 813K registered?

BHA 813K is a 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S, first registered on 5 August 1971.

Is BHA 813K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHA 813K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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