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D737 TFW

1986 Austin Mini Chelsea

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,304 mi
Last recorded84,304 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea59,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD737 TFW
MakeAustin
ModelMini Chelsea
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2014 84,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 84,304 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 83,906 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 83,340 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 83,011 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 77,498 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 74,995 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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D737 TFW is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D737 TFW, 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 D737 TFW registered?

D737 TFW is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea, first registered on 29 August 1986.

Is D737 TFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D737 TFW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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