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ABZ 5180

1987 Austin Mini Advantage

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Advantage51,516 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABZ 5180
MakeAustin
ModelMini Advantage
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026
Fail 9 May 2026 13,329 miles
Pass 5 May 2025 12,940 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 12,121 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 120,905 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2023 11,407 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 10,648 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 10,638 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 9,944 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 9,648 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 8,611 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Advantage?

Based on 3,834 MOT tests across 430 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
688
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
430
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 288
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 256
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 250
fog lamp not working 203
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 198
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ABZ 5180 is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini Advantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 51,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Advantage fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABZ 5180, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Advantage typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Mini Advantage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ABZ 5180?

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What year was ABZ 5180 registered?

ABZ 5180 is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage, first registered on 30 October 1987.

Is ABZ 5180 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABZ 5180 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ABZ 5180 have outstanding finance?

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