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XVF 212H

1970 Austin Mini 1000

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,200 mi
Last recorded70,200 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 1970 Austin Mini 100056,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVF 212H
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1970
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 70,200 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 70,122 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 69,677 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 69,638 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 69,638 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

o/s inner driveshaft coupling starting to deteriorate

Pass 27 Mar 2015 69,218 miles

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

Offside front tyre is cracked around the inner and outer walls.

Tow bar electrical socket is missing and the wiring has been taped and secured.

Pass 27 Mar 2014 69,092 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 69,092 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000?

Based on 7,092 MOT tests across 1,013 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 443
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 380
brake recording little or no effort 296
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 235
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 218
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XVF 212H is a 1970 Austin Mini 1000 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Austin Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 56,575 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 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XVF 212H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 56 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XVF 212H?

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What year was XVF 212H registered?

XVF 212H is a 1970 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 17 July 1970.

Is XVF 212H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVF 212H shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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