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B38 CFR

1985 Austin Mini Ritz

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

1,409 mi
Last recorded1,409 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Ritz54,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB38 CFR
MakeAustin
ModelMini Ritz
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 1,409 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 832 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 37 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 30 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 16 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 16 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 May 2015 31,131 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 31,109 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 30,229 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 21,577 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 19,693 miles

n/s/f top ball joint has slight play

Pass 9 Mar 2010 15,965 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 15,965 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 62,817 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 62,817 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 58,082 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Ritz?

Based on 1,721 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
704
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 121
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 118
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 103
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 87
fog lamp not working 79
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B38 CFR is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1985 Austin Mini Ritz models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 54,137 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Ritz fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B38 CFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Ritz typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Mini Ritz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B38 CFR registered?

B38 CFR is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz, first registered on 21 June 1985.

Is B38 CFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B38 CFR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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