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FFR 406Y

1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

67,000 mi
Last recorded67,000 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E59,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFR 406Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 67,000 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 67,000 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mt (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Aug 2022 67,000 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2022 67,000 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

indicator/wiper switch slightly loose

Pass 13 May 2021 67,000 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel pipe corroded rear

Fail 20 Apr 2021 67,000 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced shock monting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp does not face the rear (4.5.4 (a))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 67,000 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured seen when hazards are on (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 May 2017 67,000 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured seen when hazards are on (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 67,000 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

all tyres cracking

Fail 9 Mar 2016 67,000 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

all tyres cracking

Fail 30 Dec 2015 67,000 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 67,010 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 67,000 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 65,000 miles

n/s o/s steering rack arms slight play

Fail 13 Jan 2010 65,000 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 65,000 miles

Screen scratched at n/side

Pass 7 Dec 2007 64,000 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 64,000 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 62,378 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 62,378 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 62,009 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?

Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,881
Steering rack gaiter split 2,979
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,706
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,326
fog lamp not working 2,243
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FFR 406Y is a 1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.

Across all 1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 59,242 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 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 FFR 406Y, 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 43 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FFR 406Y is a 1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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