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ELJ 559L

1971 Austin Mini

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,473 mi
Last recorded3,473 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELJ 559L
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2022 3,473 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 3,456 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 3,397 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 3,377 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 13,278 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 3,082 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 2,797 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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ELJ 559L is a 1971 Austin Mini in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 ELJ 559L, 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

How do I check the history of ELJ 559L?

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What year was ELJ 559L registered?

ELJ 559L is a 1971 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is ELJ 559L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELJ 559L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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