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A498 LLN

1983 Austin Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,520 mi
Last recorded38,520 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2010
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini49,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA498 LLN
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2010 38,520 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 14 Jun 2010 38,520 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 8 Oct 2007 37,009 miles

Oil leak

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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A498 LLN is a 1983 Austin Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 49,515 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 A498 LLN, 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 43 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A498 LLN registered?

A498 LLN is a 1983 Austin Mini, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A498 LLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A498 LLN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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