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EPF 830J

1971 Austin Mini 1000

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

6,640 mi
Last recorded6,640 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2024
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 100054,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPF 830J
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2024 6,640 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 6,297 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 6,139 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 6,722 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Mar 2015 6,122 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 6,106 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 6,009 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 5,982 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 5,963 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 5,939 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 5,914 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 5,859 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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EPF 830J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000 in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 54,584 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 EPF 830J, 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 55 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 EPF 830J?

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What year was EPF 830J registered?

EPF 830J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 14 January 1971.

Is EPF 830J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPF 830J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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