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UOK 71S

1978 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

34,715 mi
Last recorded34,715 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 Austin Mini23,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOK 71S
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2014 34,715 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear windscreen damage.

Fail 21 Jul 2014 34,715 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear windscreen damage.

Pass 29 Jul 2009 33,172 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 33,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front number plate is cracked

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Slight play in steering rack both sides

Pass 5 Jun 2008 29,822 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 27,340 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 20,061 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 20,059 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a) DANGEROUS

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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UOK 71S is a 1978 Austin Mini in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1978 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 23,642 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UOK 71S, 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 48 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UOK 71S registered?

UOK 71S is a 1978 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is UOK 71S safe to buy?

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