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ESK 788J

1971 Austin Mini 1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,091 mi
Last recorded84,091 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 100054,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESK 788J
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 May 2017 84,091 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 84,041 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 83,966 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 83,874 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 83,816 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 83,762 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 83,688 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 83,615 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 83,513 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 83,441 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 83,328 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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ESK 788J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ESK 788J, 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 ESK 788J?

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What year was ESK 788J registered?

ESK 788J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is ESK 788J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESK 788J shows 11 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 ESK 788J have outstanding finance?

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