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D949 NVR

1987 Austin Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

69,199 mi
Last recorded69,199 miles
Recorded on14 May 2007
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini43,332 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD949 NVR
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 May 2007 69,199 miles

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 May 2006 64,371 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 64,371 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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D949 NVR is a 1987 Austin Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 43,332 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 D949 NVR, 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 39 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 D949 NVR?

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What year was D949 NVR registered?

D949 NVR is a 1987 Austin Mini, first registered on 16 February 1987.

Is D949 NVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D949 NVR shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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