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ERH 442Y

1982 Austin Mini

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,784 mi
Last recorded52,784 miles
Recorded on21 May 2008
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini55,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERH 442Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2008 52,784 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 52,784 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 18 May 2007 52,145 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 52,145 miles

Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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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ERH 442Y is a 1982 Austin Mini in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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

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 ERH 442Y, 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

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What year was ERH 442Y registered?

ERH 442Y is a 1982 Austin Mini, first registered on 9 August 1982.

Is ERH 442Y safe to buy?

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