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D31 CEW

1987 Austin Mini Park Lane

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,690 mi
Last recorded85,690 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2006
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Park Lane55,771 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD31 CEW
MakeAustin
ModelMini Park Lane
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2006 85,690 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 85,677 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

all tyre pressures low when presented †slight play near-side front wheel bearing †slight play near-side radious arm

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Park Lane?

Based on 1,626 MOT tests across 203 vehicles.

63.7%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
203
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 137
Steering rack gaiter split 130
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 117
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 85
fog lamp not working 84
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D31 CEW is a 1987 Austin Mini Park Lane in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini Park Lane models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 55,771 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 Park Lane fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D31 CEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Park Lane typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Mini Park Lane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D31 CEW registered?

D31 CEW is a 1987 Austin Mini Park Lane, first registered on 15 April 1987.

Is D31 CEW safe to buy?

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