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SMC 181Y

1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,813 mi
Last recorded63,813 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2008
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E55,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMC 181Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2008 63,813 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 63,358 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 63,357 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 62,300 miles

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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SMC 181Y is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SMC 181Y, 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

How do I check the history of SMC 181Y?

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What year was SMC 181Y registered?

SMC 181Y is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 11 October 1982.

Is SMC 181Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMC 181Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SMC 181Y have outstanding finance?

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