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BMU 998H

1970 Morris Mini Cooper S

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,807 mi
Last recorded41,807 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2014
Typical for 1970 Morris Mini Cooper S31,401 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMU 998H
MakeMorris
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2014 41,807 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 41,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2005 41,727 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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BMU 998H is a 1970 Morris Mini Cooper S in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Morris Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 31,401 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 Morris Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BMU 998H, 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 56 years old, this Morris Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BMU 998H?

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What year was BMU 998H registered?

BMU 998H is a 1970 Morris Mini Cooper S, first registered on 3 April 1970.

Is BMU 998H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMU 998H shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BMU 998H have outstanding finance?

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