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GTM 720Y

1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

10,000 mi
Last recorded10,000 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E59,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTM 720Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 10,000 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 8,942 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 8,042 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 6,897 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 6,373 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 5,634 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 5,634 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 4,652 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 3,796 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 3,164 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 2,232 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 1,194 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 119 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Pass 8 May 2010 99,209 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 99,209 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2009 98,125 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 96,587 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 94,777 miles

Coolant leak

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 93,560 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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GTM 720Y is a 1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 GTM 720Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GTM 720Y registered?

GTM 720Y is a 1983 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is GTM 720Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTM 720Y shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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