MOT Status
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90,478 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?
Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.
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F978 EHA is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.
Across all 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 57,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F978 EHA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Mini 1000 City E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was F978 EHA registered?
F978 EHA is a 1989 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 28 January 1989.
Is F978 EHA safe to buy?
The MOT history for F978 EHA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does F978 EHA have outstanding finance?
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