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ExpiredMileage
7,805 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?
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VIJ 8738 is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Red with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 53,264 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 VIJ 8738, 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 41 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of VIJ 8738?
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What year was VIJ 8738 registered?
VIJ 8738 is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 1 November 1985.
Is VIJ 8738 safe to buy?
The MOT history for VIJ 8738 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VIJ 8738 have outstanding finance?
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