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E781 JSL

1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,480 mi
Last recorded5,480 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E50,767 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE781 JSL
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2025 5,480 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 4,860 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 4,540 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 4,429 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 4,181 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 3,902 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 3,597 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 3,195 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 2,878 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 2,479 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 2,357 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 21,086 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 18,650 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 14,650 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 738 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?

Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,881
Steering rack gaiter split 2,979
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,706
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,326
fog lamp not working 2,243
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E781 JSL is a 1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 50,767 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E781 JSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 City E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E781 JSL registered?

E781 JSL is a 1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 10 December 1987.

Is E781 JSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E781 JSL shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E781 JSL have outstanding finance?

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