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FIW 8340

1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Blue Other 998cc
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Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E50,606 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIW 8340
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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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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FIW 8340 is a 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Blue with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 50,606 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 FIW 8340, 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 42 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 FIW 8340 registered?

FIW 8340 is a 1984 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 13 April 1984.

Is FIW 8340 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIW 8340 shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FIW 8340 have outstanding finance?

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