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E843 GPK

1988 Austin Mini Jet Black

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

99,425 mi
Last recorded99,425 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2007
Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black63,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE843 GPK
MakeAustin
ModelMini Jet Black
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2007 99,425 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake pedal feels slightly spongy

brake resevior cap slightly damaged

nearside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

nearside rear seat back is secure just needed putting back into place

slight blow from downpipe

slight play both lower swivels

surface corrosion both floors, in boot, both inner and outer sills and both front inner archs

Pass 5 Sep 2007 99,425 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake pedal feels slightly spongy

brake resevior cap slightly damaged

nearside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

nearside rear seat back is secure just needed putting back into place

slight blow from downpipe

slight play both lower swivels

surface corrosion both floors, in boot, both inner and outer sills and both front inner archs

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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E843 GPK is a 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E843 GPK, 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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E843 GPK is a 1988 Austin Mini Jet Black, first registered on 12 March 1988.

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