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C601 CNE

1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,812 mi
Last recorded4,812 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto38,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC601 CNE
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E Auto
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 4,812 miles

Rear Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

tie bar bolts u.s.d

Fail 10 Jul 2015 4,812 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

Rear Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

both tie bar bolts u/s/d

Pass 21 Jul 2014 4,760 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 1,408 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 1,407 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 229 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 47 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto?

Based on 4,858 MOT tests across 552 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
590
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
552
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 355
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 302
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 248
fog lamp not working 244
brake recording little or no effort 238
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C601 CNE is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 38,672 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 355 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C601 CNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C601 CNE registered?

C601 CNE is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E Auto, first registered on 20 November 1985.

Is C601 CNE safe to buy?

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