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BRG 296B

1994 Austin Mini Cooper S

Red Petrol 1071cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,825 mi
Last recorded23,825 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRG 296B
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,071cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2020 23,825 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 23,612 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 22,641 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 21,024 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 19,633 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 May 2015 18,736 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 18,619 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 14,712 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 13,574 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 13,136 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 13,135 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 8,966 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 6,038 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,935 MOT tests across 527 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
258
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 124
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Stop lamp not working 72
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 64
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 64
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BRG 296B is a 1994 Austin Mini Cooper S in Red with a 1,071cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRG 296B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 32 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BRG 296B registered?

BRG 296B is a 1994 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 27 June 1994.

Is BRG 296B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRG 296B shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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