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H562 CHR

1991 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,084 mi
Last recorded53,084 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2015
Typical for 1991 Austin Mini43,613 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH562 CHR
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2015 53,084 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 51,745 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 49,041 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 46,461 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2011 46,388 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 46,333 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 46,101 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 45,998 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 22 Oct 2007 44,634 miles

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

light cracking on inside of o/s/r tyre wall and cut in outer wall of o/s/r tyre

Pass 22 Oct 2007 44,634 miles

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

light cracking on inside of o/s/r tyre wall and cut in outer wall of o/s/r tyre

Pass 30 Oct 2006 43,388 miles

welding on sills not very good

Fail 16 Oct 2006 43,181 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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H562 CHR is a 1991 Austin Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 43,613 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 H562 CHR, 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 35 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H562 CHR registered?

H562 CHR is a 1991 Austin Mini, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H562 CHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H562 CHR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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