MOT Status
ValidMileage
7,892 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
EXhaust system deteriorated.
Jacking points corroded.
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
Jacking points corroded.
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Jacking points corroded,inner wings corroded.
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
Jacking points corroded,inner wings corroded.
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Rear sub frame corroded slightly.
no rear seat fitted at time of test
no rear seats fitted at time of test
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
advise nearside front washer inoperable
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
How Reliable is the Austin Mini?
Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E16 ERA is a 1989 Austin Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1989 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 52,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 E16 ERA, 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 37 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was E16 ERA registered?
E16 ERA is a 1989 Austin Mini, first registered on 31 December 1989.
Is E16 ERA safe to buy?
The MOT history for E16 ERA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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