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DDL 814J

1971 Austin Mini

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,712 mi
Last recorded33,712 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDL 814J
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 33,712 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 33,712 miles

Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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DDL 814J is a 1971 Austin Mini in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 52,295 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DDL 814J, 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 55 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 DDL 814J registered?

DDL 814J is a 1971 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is DDL 814J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDL 814J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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