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FDH 959C

1987 Austin Mini

Maroon Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,957 mi
Last recorded49,957 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini43,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDH 959C
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2017 49,957 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 49,665 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 47,548 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 45,527 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 44,647 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 43,537 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 46,293 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 46,290 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Fluid suspension unit damaged and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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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FDH 959C is a 1987 Austin Mini in Maroon with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 43,332 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 FDH 959C, 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 39 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 FDH 959C?

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What year was FDH 959C registered?

FDH 959C is a 1987 Austin Mini, first registered on 17 June 1987.

Is FDH 959C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDH 959C shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FDH 959C have outstanding finance?

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