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B358 ACA

1984 Austin Mini 25

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,986 mi
Last recorded6,986 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2016
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini 2553,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB358 ACA
MakeAustin
ModelMini 25
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2016 6,986 miles

rear seats not fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Mar 2016 6,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear seats not fitted at time of test

Fail 3 Mar 2015 5,677 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

rear seats missing

Pass 3 Mar 2015 5,677 miles

rear seats missing

Pass 2 Oct 2013 2,984 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 1,182 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 57 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

extensive welding repairs carried out to vehicle body all sealed ///// various brake pipes coated with [paint / sealer]

Pass 7 Sep 2010 57 miles

extensive welding repairs carried out to vehicle body all sealed ///// various brake pipes coated with [paint / sealer]

Pass 12 Jan 2006 48,238 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 10 Jan 2006 48,232 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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B358 ACA is a 1984 Austin Mini 25 in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B358 ACA, 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 B358 ACA registered?

B358 ACA is a 1984 Austin Mini 25, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B358 ACA safe to buy?

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