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EFR 81C

1982 Austin Mini Cooper

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,147 mi
Last recorded4,147 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFR 81C
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Oct 2006 4,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 4,147 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper?

Based on 4,144 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 150
brake recording little or no effort 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 127
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 88
parking brake recording little or no effort 84
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EFR 81C is a 1982 Austin Mini Cooper in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Cooper fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EFR 81C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 44 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of EFR 81C?

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What year was EFR 81C registered?

EFR 81C is a 1982 Austin Mini Cooper, first registered on 29 December 1982.

Is EFR 81C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFR 81C shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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