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C653 YFD

1986 Austin Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,955 mi
Last recorded44,955 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2005
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini56,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC653 YFD
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2005 44,955 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2005 44,955 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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C653 YFD is a 1986 Austin Mini in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C653 YFD, 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 C653 YFD registered?

C653 YFD is a 1986 Austin Mini, first registered on 4 March 1986.

Is C653 YFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C653 YFD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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