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SJB 246Y

1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,218 mi
Last recorded78,218 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2020
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E55,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJB 246Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 Hl E
Year1982
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2020 78,218 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 77,485 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 77,368 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 76,930 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 76,477 miles

Vehicle is too low for roller brake test

Fail 30 Jun 2015 76,424 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Rear fog lamp does not face the rear (1.3.2a)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 69,144 miles

Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Pass 16 Mar 2010 64,251 miles

Offside Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s mirror insecure

Fail 12 Mar 2010 64,251 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s mirror insecure

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 Hl E?

Based on 2,262 MOT tests across 264 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
696
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 234
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 119
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 106
fog lamp not working 103
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 96
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SJB 246Y is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 55,480 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 Hl E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 234 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJB 246Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 Hl E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 Hl E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SJB 246Y is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 Hl E, first registered on 31 August 1982.

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