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UML 501S

1978 Austin Mini Clubman

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,598 mi
Last recorded15,598 miles
Recorded on1 May 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUML 501S
MakeAustin
ModelMini Clubman
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 May 2008 15,598 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Clubman?

Based on 3,224 MOT tests across 467 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
536
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
467
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 206
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 157
brake recording little or no effort 122
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 116
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 104
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UML 501S is a 1978 Austin Mini Clubman in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Clubman fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 206 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UML 501S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Clubman typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 48 years old, this Austin Mini Clubman is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of UML 501S?

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What year was UML 501S registered?

UML 501S is a 1978 Austin Mini Clubman, first registered on 29 March 1978.

Is UML 501S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UML 501S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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