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VDF 918J

1970 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,994 mi
Last recorded62,994 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini54,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDF 918J
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 May 2016 62,994 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) in rack (2.2.A.1b)

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement all 4 (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2015 65,151 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 60,117 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 57,121 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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VDF 918J is a 1970 Austin Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 54,174 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 VDF 918J, 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 56 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 VDF 918J registered?

VDF 918J is a 1970 Austin Mini, first registered on 28 August 1970.

Is VDF 918J safe to buy?

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