MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
36,874 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
n/s/r wheel bearing slight noise
How Reliable is the Austin Mini?
Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RFO 288 is a 1961 Austin Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1961 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 44,133 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFO 288, 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 65 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of RFO 288?
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What year was RFO 288 registered?
RFO 288 is a 1961 Austin Mini, first registered on 27 June 1961.
Is RFO 288 safe to buy?
The MOT history for RFO 288 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does RFO 288 have outstanding finance?
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