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E176 YWJ

1988 Austin Mini Jet Black

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

12,585 mi
Last recorded12,585 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2014
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black63,040 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE176 YWJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini Jet Black
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2014 12,585 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 12,585 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 12,579 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 12,568 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2010 10,465 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Dec 2009 95,399 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 90,719 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 90,719 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n\s\r wheel not seated correctly on hub

Pass 12 Dec 2007 89,069 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 89,069 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 84,990 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Jet Black?

Based on 2,772 MOT tests across 316 vehicles.

63.7%
Pass Rate
638
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 317
Steering rack gaiter split 204
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 193
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 149
fog lamp not working 139
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E176 YWJ is a 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 63,040 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Jet Black fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 317 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E176 YWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Jet Black typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Mini Jet Black is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E176 YWJ registered?

E176 YWJ is a 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black, first registered on 30 March 1988.

Is E176 YWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E176 YWJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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