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B609 XEW

1984 Austin Mini 25

Pink Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,741 mi
Last recorded5,741 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini 2553,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB609 XEW
MakeAustin
ModelMini 25
Year1984
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 5,741 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 5,471 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 5,741 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 5,741 miles

emissions on limit of 4.500%

Pass 11 May 2012 5,741 miles

emissions on limit

Pass 18 May 2011 5,741 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 5,741 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 5,741 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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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B609 XEW is a 1984 Austin Mini 25 in Pink with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B609 XEW, 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 B609 XEW registered?

B609 XEW is a 1984 Austin Mini 25, first registered on 10 August 1984.

Is B609 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B609 XEW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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