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JWE 197J

1971 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,615 mi
Last recorded37,615 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWE 197J
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 37,615 miles

Slight lift on steering column pinch bolt

Slight play offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 30 Mar 2016 36,163 miles

Nearside & offside rear hub bearings slightly noisey

Pass 23 Feb 2015 34,450 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 33,007 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 31,410 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 25,050 miles

both of the rear handbrake clevis pins are too long and washers are missing

front bumper is loose

offside outer driveshaft gaiter is leaking but it is not detached or split

offside rear tyre is very close to the limits of wear

slight pitting of offside front brake disc

slight play in offside rear wheel bearing

Fail 17 Aug 2009 25,050 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

both of the rear handbrake clevis pins are too long and washers are missing

front bumper is loose

offside outer driveshaft gaiter is leaking but it is not detached or split

offside rear tyre is very close to the limits of wear

slight pitting of offside front brake disc

slight play in offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 12 Sep 2008 96,800 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 96,790 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 94,627 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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JWE 197J is a 1971 Austin Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 52,295 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JWE 197J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 55 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JWE 197J registered?

JWE 197J is a 1971 Austin Mini, first registered on 7 April 1971.

Is JWE 197J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWE 197J shows 10 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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