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D244 DPL

1986 Austin Mini 1000

White Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

20,080 mi
Last recorded20,080 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD244 DPL
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 20,080 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 20,190 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 19,499 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 18,916 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 18,353 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 17,664 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 17,467 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 17,099 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 16,511 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 15,187 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 14,874 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 14,494 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 14,238 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 13,035 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 12,433 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 12,004 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 11,463 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 10,857 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 7,811 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 7,362 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 7,063 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000?

Based on 7,092 MOT tests across 1,013 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 443
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 380
brake recording little or no effort 296
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 235
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 218
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D244 DPL is a 1986 Austin Mini 1000 in White with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 443 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D244 DPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 40 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D244 DPL?

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What year was D244 DPL registered?

D244 DPL is a 1986 Austin Mini 1000, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D244 DPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D244 DPL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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