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DCG 292S

1977 Leyland Cars Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,357 mi
Last recorded81,357 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 100050,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCG 292S
MakeLeyland Cars
ModelMini 1000
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 81,357 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 135,397 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 130,270 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 129,282 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 May 2012 129,258 miles

Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 26 May 2011 127,168 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 124,742 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 122,873 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 52,045 miles

How Reliable is the Leyland Cars Mini 1000?

Based on 5,740 MOT tests across 872 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
872
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 413
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 304
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 271
brake recording little or no effort 263
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DCG 292S is a 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 1000 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 50,126 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Leyland Cars Mini 1000 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 413 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DCG 292S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Leyland Cars Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 49 years old, this Leyland Cars Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DCG 292S registered?

DCG 292S is a 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 1000, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is DCG 292S safe to buy?

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