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OBG 215J

1970 Austin Mini Cooper S

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,473 mi
Last recorded3,473 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S31,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBG 215J
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1970
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 3,473 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 8,438 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 8,366 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 8,226 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 8,222 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 8,219 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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OBG 215J is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 31,758 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 Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBG 215J, 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 56 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 OBG 215J registered?

OBG 215J is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 16 October 1970.

Is OBG 215J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBG 215J shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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