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B251 GRC

1984 Austin Mini 25

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,851 mi
Last recorded55,851 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2012
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini 2553,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB251 GRC
MakeAustin
ModelMini 25
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2012 55,851 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 52,480 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 51,646 miles

chip in n/s headlight

rear tyres 2mm

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 25?

Based on 3,804 MOT tests across 440 vehicles.

66.5%
Pass Rate
648
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
440
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 314
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 210
Steering rack gaiter split 180
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 162
fog lamp not working 154
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B251 GRC is a 1984 Austin Mini 25 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Austin Mini 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 53,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 25 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 314 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B251 GRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 25 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Mini 25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B251 GRC registered?

B251 GRC is a 1984 Austin Mini 25, first registered on 1 September 1984.

Is B251 GRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B251 GRC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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