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C643 RJK

1985 Austin Mini Ritz

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,355 mi
Last recorded12,355 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2010
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Ritz54,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC643 RJK
MakeAustin
ModelMini Ritz
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2010 12,355 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 11,757 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Tyres wearing low on edges (stepped edges).

Pass 16 Jun 2009 3,295 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 93,258 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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C643 RJK is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C643 RJK, 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 C643 RJK registered?

C643 RJK is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz, first registered on 19 August 1985.

Is C643 RJK safe to buy?

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