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HTR 849X

1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

48,048 mi
Last recorded48,048 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E55,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTR 849X
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 48,048 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive VARIOUS PARTS AROUND UNDER SIDE OF CAR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT AND OFF/SIDE REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Oct 2021 48,038 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive VARIOUS PARTS AROUND UNDER SIDE OF CAR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT AND OFF/SIDE REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2013 47,109 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 46,412 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 43,111 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 40,045 miles

Offside raer brake slightly binding

Slight play in near side front wheel bearing

Fail 1 Nov 2010 40,045 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside raer brake slightly binding

Slight play in near side front wheel bearing

Pass 20 Apr 2009 39,123 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 39,123 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front stabiliser mount braket snapped

Pass 6 Feb 2006 37,782 miles

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

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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HTR 849X is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 55,404 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 HTR 849X, 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 44 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 HTR 849X registered?

HTR 849X is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 7 April 1982.

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