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XUE 1H

1970 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

64,236 mi
Last recorded64,236 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini54,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUE 1H
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 64,236 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 62,976 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Jan 2016 62,970 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded boot floor (2.4.A.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 61,387 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 59,348 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 56,935 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 54,907 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 57,109 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 51,784 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 50,628 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 47,363 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 44,874 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 42,342 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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XUE 1H is a 1970 Austin Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XUE 1H, 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

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What year was XUE 1H registered?

XUE 1H is a 1970 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 July 1970.

Is XUE 1H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUE 1H shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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