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C661 YSN

1985 Austin Mini Ritz

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,118 mi
Last recorded1,118 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Ritz54,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC661 YSN
MakeAustin
ModelMini Ritz
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 1,118 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 890 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 51,780 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 51,599 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 51,599 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 7 May 2014 51,144 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

steering wheel slightly slack at top nut

Fail 7 May 2014 51,144 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

steering wheel slightly slack at top nut

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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C661 YSN is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C661 YSN, 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 C661 YSN registered?

C661 YSN is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz, first registered on 13 August 1985.

Is C661 YSN safe to buy?

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