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WLX 585M

1974 Austin Mini 1275 GT

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,174 mi
Last recorded29,174 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLX 585M
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2016 29,174 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 28,806 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 28,187 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 27,721 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 27,571 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1275 GT?

Based on 885 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51
brake recording little or no effort 31
Headlamp aim too low 25
parking brake recording little or no effort 24
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
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WLX 585M is a 1974 Austin Mini 1275 GT in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1275 GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WLX 585M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1275 GT typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 52 years old, this Austin Mini 1275 GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WLX 585M registered?

WLX 585M is a 1974 Austin Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 10 January 1974.

Is WLX 585M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLX 585M shows 5 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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