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C218 KEG

1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,120 mi
Last recorded33,120 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E53,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC218 KEG
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2021 33,120 miles

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 32,378 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 30,778 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 30,197 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 29,165 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 28,079 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 27,045 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 25,693 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 24,701 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 23,327 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?

Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,881
Steering rack gaiter split 2,979
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,706
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,326
fog lamp not working 2,243
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C218 KEG is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 53,264 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C218 KEG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 City E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C218 KEG?

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What year was C218 KEG registered?

C218 KEG is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C218 KEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C218 KEG shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C218 KEG have outstanding finance?

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