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XFL 13J

1970 Austin Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,145 mi
Last recorded16,145 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2009
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini Cooper29,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFL 13J
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2009 16,145 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 16,145 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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XFL 13J is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 29,317 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XFL 13J, 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 56 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XFL 13J registered?

XFL 13J is a 1970 Austin Mini Cooper, first registered on 3 September 1970.

Is XFL 13J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFL 13J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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