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CYE 348H

1970 Austin Mini Cooper S

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,298 mi
Last recorded72,298 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S31,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYE 348H
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 72,298 miles

nearside front door top hinge worn at door fixings

nearside front wheel bearing slight noise

slight corrosion at rear subframe mountings, floor and A panels

Fail 12 Oct 2016 72,298 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front door top hinge worn at door fixings

nearside front wheel bearing slight noise

slight corrosion at rear subframe mountings, floor and A panels

Pass 30 Sep 2015 71,173 miles

nearside front wheel bearing slight noise

nearside top door hinge worn

Pass 21 Oct 2014 68,426 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 65,850 miles

both front brake hoses close to tie arms

front exhaust slight blow

fuel pipe near pump eeds re routing

Pass 19 Oct 2012 63,626 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 61,214 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear wheel is steel, other 3 are alloy

rear brake efforts seem low

Pass 16 Oct 2010 56,547 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

evidence of nearside rear tyre/wheel rubbing on inner arch, though not doing this at time of test

offside front outer cv boot leaking grease slightly at clip

offside rear brake effort seems low - advise check brake shoes/adjusment

Pass 7 Oct 2009 49,175 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Unable to check for corrosion due to underside covered in sealant.

Pass 29 Sep 2008 48,318 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 47,659 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 47,515 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 47,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

rear tyres have flat spots //renewal advised

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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CYE 348H is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 31,758 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CYE 348H, 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 56 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CYE 348H registered?

CYE 348H is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 15 January 1970.

Is CYE 348H safe to buy?

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