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C856 UPV

1986 Austin Mini Chelsea

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,332 mi
Last recorded73,332 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea59,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC856 UPV
MakeAustin
ModelMini Chelsea
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 21 May 2021 73,332 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength valace (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing/floor x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Steering rack likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer sill corroded bur not within a prescribed area

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight corrosion around vehicle

Pass 24 Apr 2020 72,627 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Apr 2020 72,624 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect not reflective (0.1 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Brake cable damaged hand brake cable broken (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect not reflective (0.1 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill and floor sill areas holed x2 (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 May 2019 72,459 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 22 May 2019 72,459 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Engine mounting bracket excessively loose bolt insecure (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 71,976 miles

both outer sill panels corroded but not holed

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

floors starting to corrode but not holed

Pass 29 Jun 2017 71,750 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills to floor both sides (5.2.6)

Fail 20 Jun 2017 71,735 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front mount (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills to floor both sides (5.2.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 70,143 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 70,090 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2014 70,071 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 70,052 miles

Oil leak

all 4 tyres have slight wall cracking

Fail 19 Dec 2011 68,732 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 68,732 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 68,713 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Chelsea?

Based on 2,197 MOT tests across 250 vehicles.

65.1%
Pass Rate
756
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 237
Steering rack gaiter split 177
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 123
fog lamp not working 122
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 119
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C856 UPV is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 59,001 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Chelsea fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C856 UPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Chelsea typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Austin Mini Chelsea is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C856 UPV registered?

C856 UPV is a 1986 Austin Mini Chelsea, first registered on 27 March 1986.

Is C856 UPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C856 UPV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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