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HYF 261C

1965 Austin Mini Cooper S

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,123 mi
Last recorded92,123 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S38,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYF 261C
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 92,123 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Aug 2016 92,115 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Jul 2015 91,970 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 91,802 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 91,597 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 91,429 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 91,421 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 90,856 miles

exhaust backbox mounting splitting

slight leak fuel pump

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,935 MOT tests across 527 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
258
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 124
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Stop lamp not working 72
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 64
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 64
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HYF 261C is a 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 38,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HYF 261C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 61 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HYF 261C registered?

HYF 261C is a 1965 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 1 August 1965.

Is HYF 261C safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYF 261C shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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