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HUI 7987

1979 Austin Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,750 mi
Last recorded46,750 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUI 7987
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 46,750 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 45,657 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 45,291 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 45,235 miles

All seat clasps slightly worn allowing slight movement of the seats.

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Slight oil leaks on inner driveshaft oil seals in gearbox.

Pass 20 May 2009 45,235 miles

All seat clasps slightly worn allowing slight movement of the seats.

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Slight oil leaks on inner driveshaft oil seals in gearbox.

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper?

Based on 4,144 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 150
brake recording little or no effort 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 127
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 88
parking brake recording little or no effort 84
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HUI 7987 is a 1979 Austin Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Cooper fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HUI 7987, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HUI 7987 registered?

HUI 7987 is a 1979 Austin Mini Cooper, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is HUI 7987 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUI 7987 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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