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C798 FMF

1986 Austin Mini Chelsea

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

8,253 mi
Last recorded8,253 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea59,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC798 FMF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Chelsea
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 8,253 miles
Fail 20 May 2023 8,250 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2016 8,244 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 8,240 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 8,192 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 8,188 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 8,177 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 8,054 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 8,033 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 7,928 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 7,749 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 7,471 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 7,055 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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C798 FMF is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 C798 FMF, 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 C798 FMF registered?

C798 FMF is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea, first registered on 17 February 1986.

Is C798 FMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C798 FMF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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