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WFY 918

1962 Austin Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,957 mi
Last recorded20,957 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1962 Austin Mini Cooper52,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFY 918
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper
Year1962
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 20,957 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 20,856 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 20,319 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 19,330 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 19,327 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 19,300 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper?

Based on 4,144 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 150
brake recording little or no effort 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 127
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 88
parking brake recording little or no effort 84
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WFY 918 is a 1962 Austin Mini Cooper in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 Austin Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 52,292 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Cooper fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WFY 918, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 64 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WFY 918?

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What year was WFY 918 registered?

WFY 918 is a 1962 Austin Mini Cooper, first registered on 3 September 1962.

Is WFY 918 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFY 918 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WFY 918 have outstanding finance?

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