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A836 SWC

1984 Austin Mini

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,363 mi
Last recorded63,363 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini56,277 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA836 SWC
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 63,363 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

corroded and holed in o/s/f inner arch and o/s outer sill panel

Fail 11 Jun 2015 63,363 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

corrosion holes in o/s front inner arch and o/s/f outer sill

Pass 9 Jun 2014 61,396 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

hole in o/s/f outer sill panel

Fail 6 Jun 2014 61,386 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

hole in o/s/f outer sill panel

Pass 3 Jun 2013 58,528 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

all four tyres perished

Pass 19 Jun 2012 58,176 miles

All 4 tyres perished on sidewalls

Fail 18 Jun 2012 58,176 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

All 4 tyres perished on sidewalls

OSF Driveshaft Inner Joint Insecure

Pass 25 May 2011 57,397 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 57,397 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 57,047 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 56,482 miles

n/s/ wing mirror missing

Pass 20 Jun 2008 56,025 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 56,025 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2007 55,500 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 May 2006 54,805 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

idel speed high

slight play in steering rack

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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A836 SWC is a 1984 Austin Mini in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 56,277 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A836 SWC, 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 42 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A836 SWC registered?

A836 SWC is a 1984 Austin Mini, first registered on 9 March 1984.

Is A836 SWC safe to buy?

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