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DOG 409C

1999 Austin Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,386 mi
Last recorded93,386 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOG 409C
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2019 93,386 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 92,297 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 91,242 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe area (7.1.2)

all 4 tyres are cracking up in tread areas

Pass 22 Apr 2016 90,269 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 90,168 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 90,009 miles

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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DOG 409C is a 1999 Austin Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DOG 409C, 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 27 years old, this Austin Mini is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DOG 409C registered?

DOG 409C is a 1999 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is DOG 409C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOG 409C shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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