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UFS 98H

1972 Austin Mini Cooper S

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,400 mi
Last recorded35,400 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 Austin Mini Cooper S41,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFS 98H
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 35,400 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 35,088 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 34,496 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 34,249 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 34,245 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 33,858 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 33,334 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 32,067 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 30,959 miles

informed by customer that the speedo head has been replaced from last mot test.

Pass 25 Jul 2007 13,000 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 12,999 miles

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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UFS 98H is a 1972 Austin Mini Cooper S in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1972 Austin Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 41,789 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UFS 98H, 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 54 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 UFS 98H registered?

UFS 98H is a 1972 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 7 December 1972.

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