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SFV 3J

1970 Austin Mini 1275 GT

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,591 mi
Last recorded4,591 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2007
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini 1275 GT59,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFV 3J
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1970
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Apr 2007 4,591 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1275 GT?

Based on 885 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51
brake recording little or no effort 31
Headlamp aim too low 25
parking brake recording little or no effort 24
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
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SFV 3J is a 1970 Austin Mini 1275 GT in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini 1275 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 59,784 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1275 GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SFV 3J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1275 GT typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 56 years old, this Austin Mini 1275 GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SFV 3J registered?

SFV 3J is a 1970 Austin Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 6 October 1970.

Is SFV 3J safe to buy?

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