MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,064 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn front mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure 1 x radius arm mounting bracket bolts missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn tie bar (nut loose?) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Driver's door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed door missing (6.2.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed door missing (6.2.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front 1 x seat belt mounting points incorrect (shared with nearside front)
Rear Exhaust mounting defective broken but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))
How Reliable is the Austin Mini?
Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D831 ERU is a 1986 Austin Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1986 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 56,080 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D831 ERU, 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 40 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of D831 ERU?
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What year was D831 ERU registered?
D831 ERU is a 1986 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 September 1986.
Is D831 ERU safe to buy?
The MOT history for D831 ERU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does D831 ERU have outstanding finance?
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