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C271 LBV

1986 Austin Mini Chelsea

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,910 mi
Last recorded57,910 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea59,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC271 LBV
MakeAustin
ModelMini Chelsea
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2018 57,910 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 57,794 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 57,452 miles

slight corrosion to offside floor to sill

Pass 27 Jul 2013 57,101 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 57,942 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 57,247 miles

clear rear lights fitted

drivers seat moves slightly

slight play in steering column top bush

slight play n/s front wheel bearing

Pass 29 Jul 2006 55,595 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Chelsea?

Based on 2,197 MOT tests across 250 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
756
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 237
Steering rack gaiter split 177
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 123
fog lamp not working 122
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 119
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C271 LBV is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 59,001 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Chelsea fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C271 LBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Chelsea typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Austin Mini Chelsea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C271 LBV registered?

C271 LBV is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea, first registered on 14 February 1986.

Is C271 LBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C271 LBV shows 7 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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