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C537 VVJ

1985 Austin Mini Ritz

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

25,994 mi
Last recorded25,994 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Ritz54,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC537 VVJ
MakeAustin
ModelMini Ritz
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 25,994 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 25,676 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 25,676 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2007 25,627 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 25,627 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 22 May 2006 19,260 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 19,260 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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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C537 VVJ is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C537 VVJ, 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 C537 VVJ registered?

C537 VVJ is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C537 VVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C537 VVJ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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