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EFY 501Y

1982 Austin Mini

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,861 mi
Last recorded77,861 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini55,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFY 501Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2015 77,861 miles

nearside front slight play at hub

Pass 27 Oct 2014 74,300 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 71,457 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 665,621 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 60,781 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 90,761 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 83,120 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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EFY 501Y is a 1982 Austin Mini in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 55,886 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EFY 501Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 44 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EFY 501Y?

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What year was EFY 501Y registered?

EFY 501Y is a 1982 Austin Mini, first registered on 21 October 1982.

Is EFY 501Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFY 501Y shows 7 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 EFY 501Y have outstanding finance?

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