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C275 UBY

1986 Austin Mini Chelsea

Bronze Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,502 mi
Last recorded39,502 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2014
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea59,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC275 UBY
MakeAustin
ModelMini Chelsea
Year1986
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2014 39,502 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 39,271 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 38,709 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 32,141 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 Feb 2011 32,141 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 31,936 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 31,688 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 30,844 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 29,802 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 27,405 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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C275 UBY is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea in Bronze with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C275 UBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C275 UBY registered?

C275 UBY is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea, first registered on 23 January 1986.

Is C275 UBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C275 UBY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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