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SFJ 736J

1970 Austin Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,704 mi
Last recorded74,704 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini 100056,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFJ 736J
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 74,704 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 74,583 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 74,545 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 74,503 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 74,383 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 74,321 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 74,256 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 74,098 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 73,726 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 73,366 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 72,759 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 72,064 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 71,631 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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SFJ 736J is a 1970 Austin Mini 1000 in Blue with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 SFJ 736J, 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

How do I check the history of SFJ 736J?

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What year was SFJ 736J registered?

SFJ 736J is a 1970 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 2 September 1970.

Is SFJ 736J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFJ 736J shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SFJ 736J have outstanding finance?

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