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RUF 466H

1970 Austin Mini Cooper S

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,485 mi
Last recorded13,485 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S31,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUF 466H
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 13,485 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play tie rod (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 13,455 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear sub frame slightly corroded

slight corrosion throughout underside

Fail 9 Aug 2016 13,455 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear sub frame slightly corroded

slight corrosion throughout underside

Pass 19 Jul 2011 13,402 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 13,386 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 113,386 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both tie bar bolts in up side down

corrosion at drivers footwell, under o/s of crossmember and n/s/f wheel arch/floor

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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RUF 466H is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RUF 466H, 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 RUF 466H registered?

RUF 466H is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 13 February 1970.

Is RUF 466H safe to buy?

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