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HXF 356J

1970 Austin Mini Clubman

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,209 mi
Last recorded10,209 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2021
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini Clubman47,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHXF 356J
MakeAustin
ModelMini Clubman
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2021 10,209 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight lift in steering column

Fail 22 Apr 2021 10,209 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight lift in steering column

Pass 17 Apr 2018 8,645 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 7,745 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 7,740 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

all shock absorbers have a slightly reduced dampng effect

both rear suspension trumpet seals leaking slightly

oil leak

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 11 Apr 2015 68,587 miles

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

Oil leak

vehicle underside covered with thick underseal

Pass 11 Apr 2014 6,338 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 6,338 miles

Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 5,705 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

vehicle has been converted to a soft top some welding only just up to standard

Pass 16 Apr 2012 5,357 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 5,211 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 4,667 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 4,366 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 3,407 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 3,108 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Clubman?

Based on 3,224 MOT tests across 467 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
536
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
467
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 206
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 157
brake recording little or no effort 122
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 116
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 104
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HXF 356J is a 1970 Austin Mini Clubman in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini Clubman models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 47,865 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Clubman fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 206 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HXF 356J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Clubman typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 56 years old, this Austin Mini Clubman is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HXF 356J registered?

HXF 356J is a 1970 Austin Mini Clubman, first registered on 31 December 1970.

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