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VKA 315H

1970 Austin Mini Cooper S

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

85,399 mi
Last recorded85,399 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S31,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKA 315H
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 85,399 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 85,393 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 85,378 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2015 85,370 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 85,369 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

evidence of welding to various parts of the vehicle structure to make good areas of corrosion combined with newly applied underseal.

Pass 24 Apr 2013 85,363 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 85,232 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 84,224 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 84,201 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 84,188 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 84,182 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 84,163 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 8 Feb 2007 84,163 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 84,065 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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VKA 315H is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S in White 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 VKA 315H, 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.

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What year was VKA 315H registered?

VKA 315H is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S, first registered on 2 March 1970.

Is VKA 315H safe to buy?

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