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C824 CTM

1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

31,107 mi
Last recorded31,107 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E53,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC824 CTM
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2021 31,107 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 30,909 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 30,909 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 30,776 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 30,589 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 30,388 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 30,260 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 30,049 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 29,801 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 29,801 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 May 2011 28,969 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 26,706 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 26,706 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 May 2009 24,978 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 21,776 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 21,776 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 18,777 miles

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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C824 CTM is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 C824 CTM, 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 C824 CTM registered?

C824 CTM is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 5 September 1985.

Is C824 CTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C824 CTM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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