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OEU 371J

1973 Austin Mini Cooper S

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,950 mi
Last recorded9,950 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 371J
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2012 9,950 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 69,918 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 69,918 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 69,235 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 69,235 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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OEU 371J is a 1973 Austin Mini Cooper S in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OEU 371J, 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 53 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 OEU 371J registered?

OEU 371J is a 1973 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 13 May 1973.

Is OEU 371J safe to buy?

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