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E857 LYW

1988 Austin Mini Red Hot

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 Austin Mini Red Hot57,471 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE857 LYW
MakeAustin
ModelMini Red Hot
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2012

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Red Hot?

Based on 1,541 MOT tests across 182 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
182
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 161
Steering rack gaiter split 102
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 96
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 71
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E857 LYW is a 1988 Austin Mini Red Hot in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Austin Mini Red Hot models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 57,471 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Red Hot fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 161 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E857 LYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Red Hot typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Mini Red Hot is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E857 LYW registered?

E857 LYW is a 1988 Austin Mini Red Hot, first registered on 18 March 1988.

Is E857 LYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E857 LYW 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.

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