MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
68,552 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Leyland Cars Mini 850?
Based on 2,356 MOT tests across 356 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R53 TAC is a 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 850 in Brown with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 47,159 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 Leyland Cars Mini 850 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 136 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R53 TAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Leyland Cars Mini 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 49 years old, this Leyland Cars Mini 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R53 TAC?
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What year was R53 TAC registered?
R53 TAC is a 1977 Leyland Cars Mini 850, first registered on 10 October 1977.
Is R53 TAC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R53 TAC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R53 TAC have outstanding finance?
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