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C497 RCF

1986 Austin Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,474 mi
Last recorded14,474 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini56,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC497 RCF
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 14,474 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 14,472 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 14,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 14,740 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 14,697 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 14,468 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 14,467 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 14,466 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 14,443 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 14,439 miles

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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C497 RCF is a 1986 Austin Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C497 RCF, 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 C497 RCF registered?

C497 RCF is a 1986 Austin Mini, first registered on 10 March 1986.

Is C497 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C497 RCF 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.

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