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WUJ 49K

1971 Austin Mini

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,231 mi
Last recorded13,231 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUJ 49K
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 13,231 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 12,636 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 11,558 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 10,043 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 9,051 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

o/s and n/s floor is corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2013 8,413 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight corrosion to o/s/f valance

Pass 13 Apr 2012 7,882 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 7,365 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 45,037 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 43,606 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2009 43,603 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2005 42,151 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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WUJ 49K is a 1971 Austin Mini in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 WUJ 49K, 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 55 years old, this Austin Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WUJ 49K registered?

WUJ 49K is a 1971 Austin Mini, first registered on 22 October 1971.

Is WUJ 49K safe to buy?

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