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E473 DTT

1988 Austin Mini Jet Black

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

45,827 mi
Last recorded45,827 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black63,040 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE473 DTT
MakeAustin
ModelMini Jet Black
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 45,827 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 45,432 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 45,386 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 45,154 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 44,163 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 43,768 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 42,756 miles

Offside Front Jacking point split

Pass 8 Jan 2018 41,457 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 41,420 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 41,202 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 41,193 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 41,181 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play both front wheel bearings

Pass 8 Jul 2013 41,181 miles

slight play both front wheel bearings

Pass 18 Jun 2012 41,080 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 40,736 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 40,735 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 40,712 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 40,712 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 40,631 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 Mar 2009 40,627 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 40,496 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 40,071 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN NSF & OSF TOP AND BOTTOM SWIVELS .OK AT TIME OF MOT TEST

Pass 25 Apr 2006 39,188 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 39,188 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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E473 DTT is a 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 E473 DTT, 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 E473 DTT registered?

E473 DTT is a 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black, first registered on 12 May 1988.

Is E473 DTT safe to buy?

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