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B351 ERD

1984 Austin Mini 25

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,606 mi
Last recorded39,606 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2013
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini 2553,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB351 ERD
MakeAustin
ModelMini 25
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2013 39,606 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 38,978 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 38,976 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

corrosion throughout vehicle structure

front suspension low

rear subframe corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2008 37,373 miles

corrosion in o/s and n/s doors

corrosion throughout vehicle structure

Pass 26 Sep 2007 35,656 miles

o/s/f bump stop to suspension very small clearance

rear shock absorbers getting weak

Pass 27 Sep 2006 34,192 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 34,189 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

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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B351 ERD is a 1984 Austin Mini 25 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 B351 ERD, 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 B351 ERD registered?

B351 ERD is a 1984 Austin Mini 25, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B351 ERD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B351 ERD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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