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455 ERX

1988 Austin Mini

Grey Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

990 mi
Last recorded990 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini67,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration455 ERX
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2018 990 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 990 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 990 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 990 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 990 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 990 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 990 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 990 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 990 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 990 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 990 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 990 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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455 ERX is a 1988 Austin Mini in Grey with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 67,166 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 455 ERX, 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 38 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 455 ERX?

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What year was 455 ERX registered?

455 ERX is a 1988 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is 455 ERX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 455 ERX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 455 ERX have outstanding finance?

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