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A661 HPV

1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,959 mi
Last recorded23,959 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E50,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA661 HPV
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 23,959 miles

slight engine oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2018 23,855 miles

Vehicle Exterior detailing poor

Pass 31 Mar 2017 23,536 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 23,364 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 23,150 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 22,564 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 22,564 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 21,425 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear no plate lamps poor

Pass 23 Jul 2011 19,280 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 16,846 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 14,008 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2008 10,665 miles

both front tyres close to legal limit

Pass 6 Jun 2007 7,948 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 7,944 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 4,226 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?

Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,881
Steering rack gaiter split 2,979
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,706
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,326
fog lamp not working 2,243
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A661 HPV is a 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 50,606 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A661 HPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 City E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A661 HPV registered?

A661 HPV is a 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 6 February 1984.

Is A661 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A661 HPV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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