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PEU 765Y

1985 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests25 (12 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate48%

Mileage

87,588 mi
Last recorded87,588 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini55,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEU 765Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

12 pass 13 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 87,588 miles

Nearside Fuel line corroded

Fail 11 Sep 2020 87,587 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Fuel line corroded

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 87,154 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2019 87,143 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 86,515 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 86,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 86,499 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 86,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 4 Nov 2015 86,492 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Dec 2013 86,461 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 18 Dec 2013 86,461 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 86,339 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

both front tyres have age cracks

Fail 31 Jul 2012 86,339 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Oil leak

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

both front tyres have age cracks

Pass 15 Jun 2011 85,994 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 85,994 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2010 85,802 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 85,802 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 85,073 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 85,073 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 82,357 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 82,357 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 81,251 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Jun 2007 81,251 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 12 May 2006 78,842 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 78,842 miles

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

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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PEU 765Y is a 1985 Austin Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 48%.

Across all 1985 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 55,713 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PEU 765Y, 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 41 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PEU 765Y registered?

PEU 765Y is a 1985 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 May 1985.

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