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WUE 197H

1970 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

64,625 mi
Last recorded64,625 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini54,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUE 197H
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 64,625 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 61,856 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 59,396 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 56,426 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 6 Dec 2013 53,192 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 53,192 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 50,089 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2011 47,455 miles

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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WUE 197H is a 1970 Austin Mini in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WUE 197H, 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

How do I check the history of WUE 197H?

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What year was WUE 197H registered?

WUE 197H is a 1970 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 February 1970.

Is WUE 197H safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUE 197H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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