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CUV 279H

1970 Austin Mini 1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,866 mi
Last recorded78,866 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini 100056,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUV 279H
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2018 78,866 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 78,374 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 77,760 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 76,762 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 75,520 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 74,201 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 73,084 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 71,832 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 7,054 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 69,092 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 67,918 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 66,619 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 64,892 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000?

Based on 7,092 MOT tests across 1,013 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 443
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 380
brake recording little or no effort 296
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 235
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 218
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CUV 279H is a 1970 Austin Mini 1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 56,575 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CUV 279H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 56 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CUV 279H?

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What year was CUV 279H registered?

CUV 279H is a 1970 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is CUV 279H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUV 279H shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CUV 279H have outstanding finance?

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