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GNP 971J

1971 Austin Mini 1000

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,158 mi
Last recorded31,158 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 100054,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNP 971J
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 31,158 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 30,996 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 30,854 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 30,753 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 30,685 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 30,543 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 30,543 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 30,218 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

offside rear tyre has started to perish

Pass 5 Jul 2010 29,777 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 29,777 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 29,273 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 288,896 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 28,648 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 28,453 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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GNP 971J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000 in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GNP 971J, 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

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What year was GNP 971J registered?

GNP 971J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 26 April 1971.

Is GNP 971J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNP 971J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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