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WBH 602J

1971 Austin Mini 1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,376 mi
Last recorded55,376 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 100054,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBH 602J
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2024 55,376 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2024 55,265 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Nov 2017 51,357 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 50,887 miles

floor and sills corroded

free play in nearside front wheel bearing

free play in offside rear wheel bearing

Fail 1 Sep 2016 50,883 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

floor and sills corroded

free play in nearside front wheel bearing

free play in offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 26 Apr 2014 50,063 miles

front brake discs corroded

n/s wiperblade in poor condition

o/s/f & rear tyre treads getting low

o/s/r metal brake pipe rusty

Fail 17 Apr 2014 50,059 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake discs corroded

n/s wiperblade in poor condition

o/s/f & rear tyre treads getting low

o/s/r metal brake pipe rusty

Pass 6 Aug 2012 47,797 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 43,908 miles

n/s/r brake binding on slightly

slight exhaust blow

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000?

Based on 7,092 MOT tests across 1,013 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 443
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 380
brake recording little or no effort 296
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 235
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 218
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WBH 602J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 54,584 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 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WBH 602J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WBH 602J registered?

WBH 602J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 18 February 1971.

Is WBH 602J safe to buy?

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