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COF 590K

1972 Austin Mini

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,993 mi
Last recorded62,993 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2014
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini51,943 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOF 590K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2014 62,993 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 62,991 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 62,356 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2012 62,308 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 98,440 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 98,440 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 24 May 2009 98,341 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2008 97,542 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 97,544 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 97,544 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 97,516 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2006 97,300 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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COF 590K is a 1972 Austin Mini in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 51,943 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 COF 590K, 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 54 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 COF 590K registered?

COF 590K is a 1972 Austin Mini, first registered on 22 March 1972.

Is COF 590K safe to buy?

The MOT history for COF 590K shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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