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A952 NNB

1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

21,465 mi
Last recorded21,465 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E50,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA952 NNB
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 21,465 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 20,825 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 20,518 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 20,493 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 20,481 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 20,353 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 19,702 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 18,857 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 17,301 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 16,410 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 15,020 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 13,374 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 12,873 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 12,872 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 12,837 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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A952 NNB is a 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 A952 NNB, 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 A952 NNB registered?

A952 NNB is a 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 23 March 1984.

Is A952 NNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A952 NNB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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