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C603 MCH

1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

78,414 mi
Last recorded78,414 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E53,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC603 MCH
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 78,414 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 78,216 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 77,950 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 77,712 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 77,232 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 76,705 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 76,039 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 75,315 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 74,401 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 73,627 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 72,403 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 71,312 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 69,517 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 68,117 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 67,250 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 65,416 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 63,102 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 60,453 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 57,998 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 57,970 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?

Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,881
Steering rack gaiter split 2,979
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,706
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,326
fog lamp not working 2,243
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C603 MCH is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 53,264 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C603 MCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C603 MCH registered?

C603 MCH is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 7 August 1985.

Is C603 MCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C603 MCH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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