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C59 KAX

1986 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,329 mi
Last recorded5,329 miles
Recorded on23 May 2013
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini56,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC59 KAX
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2013 5,329 miles

Slight discernable malalignment on rear subframe

Pass 25 Apr 2012 5,326 miles

Noticeable malalignment on rear radius arms both sides

Fail 24 Apr 2012 5,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Noticeable malalignment on rear radius arms both sides

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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C59 KAX is a 1986 Austin Mini in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C59 KAX, 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.

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What year was C59 KAX registered?

C59 KAX is a 1986 Austin Mini, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C59 KAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C59 KAX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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