Austin Mini
Cooper S MK3
Year
1971
Miles
75,533 miles
Fuel
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Engine Size
1.27L
Description
The nostalgia factor cannot be overstated. Classic Minis evoke a sense of British charm and 1960s/70s cultural cool that resonates across generations, both of which contribute to its enduring desirability. In an age of increasingly digital and autonomous vehicles, the raw, mechanical, driver-focused nature of the Mini Cooper offers a refreshing contrast and continues to appeals to enthusiasts draw...
Vehicle History
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Insurance write-off record
History not checked
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Technical Data
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What this car costs to run
Modelled over 7,100 miles a year (DfT National Travel Survey, England). Ranges, not quotes — a figure marked exact is set by law for this car; everything else is an estimate.
- Vehicle tax (VED)exactHistoric vehicle class (40+ years) — VED exempt (owner must apply)
- £0
- FuelAbout 39 mpg — the middle real-world figure for the 27 similar-sized petrol engines in Autoza's economy data, not this car's own figure — at 174.1p a litre
- £1,200–£1,650
- Insurance (UK average)The UK average premium actually paid for comprehensive cover, £566 in Q2 2026 (ABI) — an average across every driver, postcode and car, not a quote for this one. Yours turns on your age, postcode and record and on the car’s insurance group. A 17–20-year-old new driver typically pays more than this average: see our guide to the cheapest cars to insure as a new driver, or the ABI figures
- £566
- ServicingAutoza's rough estimate for this make, not survey data. Routine servicing only — excludes repairs and tyres
- £200–£450
- MOT testFirst registered more than 40 years ago, so it does not need an MOT unless it has been substantially changed in the last 30 years (GOV.UK). Owners can still choose to test it
- Not required
- Estimated total a yearThe rows above added up, low ends and high ends
- £1,950–£2,700
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Questions about this Austin Mini
- Where can I view this 1971 Austin Mini?
- This Austin Mini is located in Rudgwick, UK. Contact Driving Classics Ltd directly through Autoza.co.uk to arrange a viewing appointment.
- What is the asking price for this Austin Mini?
- The asking price is £30,000. You can contact the seller directly on Autoza.co.uk to enquire or negotiate.
- What is the mileage on this 1971 Austin Mini?
- This Austin Mini has 75,533 miles on the odometer.
- What fuel type is this Austin Mini?
- This Austin Mini runs on petrol.
- Is this Austin Mini automatic or manual?
- This Austin Mini has a manual gearbox.
- Is this Austin Mini MOT tested?
- Ask the seller for this Austin Mini's MOT certificate, service records and registration number. With the registration you can check its full MOT history free on GOV.UK.
- Has this Austin Mini been an insurance write-off?
- Autoza does not check write-off records. Ask the seller, read the description in full, and run an HPI check on the registration before you buy.
- Can I get finance for this Austin Mini?
- Finance options may be available through the dealer. Use the free Autoza.co.uk car finance calculator to estimate monthly repayments for this Austin Mini at £30,000.
- How much does this Austin Mini cost to run per year in the UK?
- Modelled annual running cost is roughly £1,950–£2,700. That breaks down as: road tax (VED) £0 (Historic vehicle class (40+ years) — VED exempt (owner must apply)); insurance £566 (the UK average premium actually paid, ABI — not a quote for this car); fuel £1,200–£1,650; servicing £200–£450; no MOT due (First registered more than 40 years ago, so it does not need an MOT unless it has been substantially changed in the last 30 years (GOV.UK). Owners can still choose to test it). Assumes 7,100 miles per year (DfT National Travel Survey, table NTS0901a, all cars, England, 2025). These are estimates, not quotes — insurance in particular varies widely with the driver's age and postcode.
- What is the annual road tax (VED) on this Austin Mini?
- Annual road tax (VED): £0 per year. Basis: Historic vehicle class (40+ years) — VED exempt (owner must apply). Tax it online at gov.uk before you drive it.
- What real-world fuel economy does this Austin Mini achieve in the UK?
- About 39 mpg — the middle real-world figure for the 27 similar-sized petrol engines in Autoza's economy data, not this car's own figure — at 174.1p a litre. Over 7,100 miles a year that is roughly £1,200–£1,650 (UK average pump price, week commencing 26 October 2026 (DESNZ)).
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