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A977 OHJ

1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,171 mi
Last recorded23,171 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto34,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA977 OHJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E Auto
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 23,171 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 23,032 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 22,936 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 22,887 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 22,664 miles

slight corrosion to offside and nearside outer sills

Pass 19 Jan 2018 22,064 miles

corrosion and rust scabs to offside and nearside full lenght outer sills

Pass 19 Jan 2017 20,481 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 17,688 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 17,581 miles

wheels not covered by arches

Fail 27 May 2011 17,576 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

wheels not covered by arches

Pass 12 Apr 2010 16,679 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 16,239 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 16,152 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 15,815 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 15,619 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 15,053 miles

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How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto?

Based on 4,858 MOT tests across 552 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
590
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
552
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 355
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 302
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 248
fog lamp not working 244
brake recording little or no effort 238
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A977 OHJ is a 1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 34,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 355 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A977 OHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A977 OHJ registered?

A977 OHJ is a 1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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