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WKN 997X

1982 Austin Mini

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,711 mi
Last recorded87,711 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini55,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKN 997X
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 May 2013 87,711 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 87,619 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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WKN 997X is a 1982 Austin Mini in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 55,886 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WKN 997X, 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 44 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WKN 997X registered?

WKN 997X is a 1982 Austin Mini, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is WKN 997X safe to buy?

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