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UNU 72X

1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,935 mi
Last recorded56,935 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E55,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNU 72X
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 56,935 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all painted (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 54,253 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 53,107 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking round sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 53,062 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 53,002 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jul 2022 53,002 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure Mounting perished (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 52,854 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jul 2021 52,851 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure exhaust mounting rubber broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 52,616 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 52,575 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 52,448 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 52,273 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 52,038 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 51,841 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 50,952 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 50,952 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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UNU 72X is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 UNU 72X, 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 UNU 72X?

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What year was UNU 72X registered?

UNU 72X is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 21 June 1982.

Is UNU 72X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNU 72X shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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