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C262 DNB

1986 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,729 mi
Last recorded96,729 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2011
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini56,080 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC262 DNB
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2011 96,729 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 91,550 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 86,244 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 85,991 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2008 80,561 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2007 73,703 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 May 2006 71,023 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 71,023 miles

Nearside Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (1.3.1a)

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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C262 DNB is a 1986 Austin Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 56,080 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C262 DNB, 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 40 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C262 DNB registered?

C262 DNB is a 1986 Austin Mini, first registered on 14 January 1986.

Is C262 DNB safe to buy?

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