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AHZ 9216

1987 Austin Mini Park Lane

Black Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

84,437 mi
Last recorded84,437 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Park Lane55,771 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHZ 9216
MakeAustin
ModelMini Park Lane
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 84,437 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 84,397 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 82,156 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 22,741 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 22,741 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 22,741 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Park Lane?

Based on 1,626 MOT tests across 203 vehicles.

63.7%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
203
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 137
Steering rack gaiter split 130
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 117
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 85
fog lamp not working 84
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AHZ 9216 is a 1987 Austin Mini Park Lane in Black with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini Park Lane models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 55,771 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 Park Lane fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AHZ 9216, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AHZ 9216?

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What year was AHZ 9216 registered?

AHZ 9216 is a 1987 Austin Mini Park Lane, first registered on 19 March 1987.

Is AHZ 9216 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHZ 9216 shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AHZ 9216 have outstanding finance?

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