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E527 DMO

1987 Austin Mini Advantage

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

56,036 mi
Last recorded56,036 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Advantage51,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE527 DMO
MakeAustin
ModelMini Advantage
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 56,036 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 54,238 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 54,238 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 51,871 miles

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 1 Jun 2016 49,541 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 47,771 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 45,532 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 45,532 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 42,966 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 41,001 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 37,801 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 32,923 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 29,213 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 28,181 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 27,940 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 26,385 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2005 26,385 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Advantage?

Based on 3,834 MOT tests across 430 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
688
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
430
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 288
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 256
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 250
fog lamp not working 203
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 198
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E527 DMO is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini Advantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 51,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Advantage fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E527 DMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Advantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Mini Advantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E527 DMO registered?

E527 DMO is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage, first registered on 18 September 1987.

Is E527 DMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E527 DMO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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