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MEX 968J

1970 Austin Mini 1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,183 mi
Last recorded25,183 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini 100056,575 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEX 968J
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2015 25,183 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 24,875 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 30,864 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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MEX 968J is a 1970 Austin Mini 1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MEX 968J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MEX 968J registered?

MEX 968J is a 1970 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 1 September 1970.

Is MEX 968J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEX 968J shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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