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C348 RFG

1986 Austin Mini Chelsea

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,619 mi
Last recorded69,619 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea59,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC348 RFG
MakeAustin
ModelMini Chelsea
Year1986
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2019 69,619 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

rear seat and belts removed

Pass 5 Jul 2017 69,291 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 10 Dec 2007 69,253 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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C348 RFG is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 C348 RFG, 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 C348 RFG registered?

C348 RFG is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea, first registered on 6 March 1986.

Is C348 RFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C348 RFG shows 3 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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