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TFJ 636X

1981 Austin Mini

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,983 mi
Last recorded76,983 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2006
Typical for 1981 Austin Mini56,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFJ 636X
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2006 76,983 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 76,982 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside door skin very rusty and insecure

underside of vehicle is very rusty but NOT excessive at time of test

Pass 30 Aug 2005 76,500 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2005

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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

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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TFJ 636X is a 1981 Austin Mini in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 56,830 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 TFJ 636X, 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 45 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TFJ 636X registered?

TFJ 636X is a 1981 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is TFJ 636X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFJ 636X shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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