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908 CRX

1966 Austin Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,160 mi
Last recorded86,160 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1966 Austin Mini Cooper38,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration908 CRX
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 86,160 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 85,867 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 85,020 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 83,738 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 82,440 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 82,440 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 May 2011 82,418 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 80,037 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 80,035 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2009 73,982 miles

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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908 CRX is a 1966 Austin Mini Cooper in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1966 Austin Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 38,161 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 908 CRX, 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 60 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 908 CRX registered?

908 CRX is a 1966 Austin Mini Cooper, first registered on 18 January 1966.

Is 908 CRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 908 CRX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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