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XBH 485J

1971 Austin Mini 1275 GT

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,580 mi
Last recorded25,580 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 1971 Austin Mini 1275 GT47,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBH 485J
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2020 25,580 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 25,000 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 24,097 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 24,017 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 23,986 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 23,980 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 23,891 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 23,609 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 23,429 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 23,362 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 21,984 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 21,614 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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XBH 485J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1275 GT in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Austin Mini 1275 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 47,500 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XBH 485J, 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 55 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 XBH 485J registered?

XBH 485J is a 1971 Austin Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 7 April 1971.

Is XBH 485J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBH 485J shows 12 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 XBH 485J have outstanding finance?

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