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TWO 753Y

1983 Austin Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,870 mi
Last recorded51,870 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini49,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWO 753Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 51,870 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 51,648 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 51,647 miles

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

Nearside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

slight play to steering rack

Pass 25 May 2007 20,859 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 20,859 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2006 20,798 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting worn and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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TWO 753Y is a 1983 Austin Mini in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 49,515 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 TWO 753Y, 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 43 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was TWO 753Y registered?

TWO 753Y is a 1983 Austin Mini, first registered on 11 July 1983.

Is TWO 753Y safe to buy?

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