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ULG 579J

1970 Austin Mini Cooper S

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

91,259 mi
Last recorded91,259 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S31,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULG 579J
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 91,259 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 88,737 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 88,398 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 87,539 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 87,404 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 87,274 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 86,947 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 86,468 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2011 86,364 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 86,326 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 86,202 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 86,118 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 86,080 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 85,767 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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ULG 579J is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 ULG 579J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ULG 579J registered?

ULG 579J is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 16 November 1970.

Is ULG 579J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULG 579J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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