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UWJ 239L

1971 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,886 mi
Last recorded88,886 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2011
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini52,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWJ 239L
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2011 88,886 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 88,792 miles

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

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

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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UWJ 239L is a 1971 Austin Mini in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 UWJ 239L, 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 55 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UWJ 239L registered?

UWJ 239L is a 1971 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is UWJ 239L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWJ 239L shows 2 tests 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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