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CED 151T

1979 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,571 mi
Last recorded42,571 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 1979 Austin Mini55,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCED 151T
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 42,571 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 42,285 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 41,370 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 19 Aug 2015 41,370 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

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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CED 151T is a 1979 Austin Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 55,576 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CED 151T, 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 47 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CED 151T?

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What year was CED 151T registered?

CED 151T is a 1979 Austin Mini, first registered on 12 March 1979.

Is CED 151T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CED 151T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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