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OFY 237S

1978 Austin Mini Chelsea

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,503 mi
Last recorded62,503 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFY 237S
MakeAustin
ModelMini Chelsea
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2010 62,503 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 58,997 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 50,105 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 50,105 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2005 43,283 miles

Advise n/s/f top ball joint sign,s of wear.

Advise o/s/f bottom ball joint sign,s of wear.

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Chelsea?

Based on 2,197 MOT tests across 250 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
756
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 237
Steering rack gaiter split 177
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 123
fog lamp not working 122
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 119
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OFY 237S is a 1978 Austin Mini Chelsea in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Chelsea fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFY 237S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Chelsea typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 48 years old, this Austin Mini Chelsea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of OFY 237S?

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What year was OFY 237S registered?

OFY 237S is a 1978 Austin Mini Chelsea, first registered on 19 April 1978.

Is OFY 237S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFY 237S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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