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E229 GVJ

1988 Austin Mini Jet Black

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,893 mi
Last recorded79,893 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2007
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black63,040 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE229 GVJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini Jet Black
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Jan 2007 79,893 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s/r wheel arch welded from inside vehicle shows signs of standing for along time

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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E229 GVJ is a 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 E229 GVJ, 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 E229 GVJ registered?

E229 GVJ is a 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black, first registered on 13 June 1988.

Is E229 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E229 GVJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E229 GVJ have outstanding finance?

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