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BPE 256H

1970 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,319 mi
Last recorded27,319 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2015
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini54,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPE 256H
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2015 27,319 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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BPE 256H is a 1970 Austin Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 54,174 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 BPE 256H, 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 56 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BPE 256H registered?

BPE 256H is a 1970 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 February 1970.

Is BPE 256H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPE 256H shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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