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C571 DNA

1986 Austin Mini Chelsea

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,846 mi
Last recorded48,846 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2007
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea59,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC571 DNA
MakeAustin
ModelMini Chelsea
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2007 48,846 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight play in steering rack detected at wheel

Pass 17 Mar 2006 419,095 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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C571 DNA is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 C571 DNA, 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 C571 DNA registered?

C571 DNA is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea, first registered on 18 February 1986.

Is C571 DNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C571 DNA shows 2 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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