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B897 RDX

1993 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,806 mi
Last recorded50,806 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB897 RDX
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 50,806 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 50,804 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 50,804 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 50,797 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2015 50,728 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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B897 RDX is a 1993 Austin Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B897 RDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 33 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B897 RDX registered?

B897 RDX is a 1993 Austin Mini, first registered on 17 August 1993.

Is B897 RDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B897 RDX shows 5 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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