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A82 TSR

1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,336 mi
Last recorded92,336 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E50,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA82 TSR
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 92,336 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 91,319 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 91,319 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 90,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 90,778 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 90,772 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 90,751 miles

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill at front and rear (6.1.A.1)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 90,751 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill at front and rear (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2015 90,637 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 90,361 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

small cuts on offside rear tyre sidewall

Fail 26 May 2014 90,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

small cuts on offside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 8 Aug 2007 89,475 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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A82 TSR is a 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A82 TSR, 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 A82 TSR registered?

A82 TSR is a 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 18 May 1984.

Is A82 TSR safe to buy?

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