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JGL 280J

1970 Austin Mini 1000

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

89,802 mi
Last recorded89,802 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini 100056,575 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGL 280J
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 89,802 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 89,802 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected upper shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2018 89,764 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 89,757 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 89,704 miles

bonnet corroding

Fail 17 Oct 2017 89,704 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

bonnet corroding

Pass 19 Oct 2016 89,664 miles

bonet starting to corrode

Pass 29 Jan 2015 89,462 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 89,642 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 89,619 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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JGL 280J is a 1970 Austin Mini 1000 in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 56,575 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JGL 280J, 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 56 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JGL 280J registered?

JGL 280J is a 1970 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 12 August 1970.

Is JGL 280J safe to buy?

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