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SUO 797H

1970 Austin Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,999 mi
Last recorded73,999 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini54,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Austin
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUO 797H
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2014 73,999 miles

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 73,999 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 73,999 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 72,008 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 71,554 miles

nearside headlight deteriorating

slight marks on screen

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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SUO 797H is a 1970 Austin Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 54,174 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SUO 797H, 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 56 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 SUO 797H?

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What year was SUO 797H registered?

SUO 797H is a 1970 Austin Mini, first registered on 20 April 1970.

Is SUO 797H safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUO 797H shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SUO 797H have outstanding finance?

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