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B701 VSN

1984 Austin Mini 25

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,766 mi
Last recorded21,766 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2019
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini 2553,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB701 VSN
MakeAustin
ModelMini 25
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2019 21,766 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 21,749 miles

n/s fromt floor pan corroded and holed

Pass 17 Jun 2010 21,532 miles

n/s front floor pad holed

only front seat belts fitted at time of test

Fail 15 Jun 2010 21,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s front floor pad holed

only front seat belts fitted at time of test

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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B701 VSN is a 1984 Austin Mini 25 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B701 VSN, 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 B701 VSN registered?

B701 VSN is a 1984 Austin Mini 25, first registered on 1 September 1984.

Is B701 VSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B701 VSN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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