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FFH 454K

1971 Austin Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,485 mi
Last recorded66,485 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 100054,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFH 454K
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2025 66,485 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade perished

Pass 1 Jul 2024 66,466 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 66,389 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 66,368 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 66,328 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 66,310 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 66,296 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 66,283 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 66,191 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 66,112 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 65,981 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 65,922 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 65,823 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 65,741 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 65,707 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 65,602 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 65,501 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 65,462 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 65,373 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 65,373 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 64,579 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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FFH 454K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000 in Blue with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 FFH 454K, 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 FFH 454K?

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What year was FFH 454K registered?

FFH 454K is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 6 August 1971.

Is FFH 454K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFH 454K shows 21 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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