MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
95,412 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
drivers seat loose
How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?
Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B154 MPL is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 B154 MPL, 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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What year was B154 MPL registered?
B154 MPL is a 1985 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 3 April 1985.
Is B154 MPL safe to buy?
The MOT history for B154 MPL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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