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C881 NCD

1985 Austin Mini Ritz

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,009 mi
Last recorded14,009 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Ritz54,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC881 NCD
MakeAustin
ModelMini Ritz
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 14,009 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 13,855 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 13,559 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 13,295 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 13,139 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 12,866 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing slightly harsh

Pass 26 Oct 2016 12,860 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing slightly harsh

Pass 16 Oct 2015 12,614 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 12,254 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 11,956 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly harsh.

Fail 7 Jun 2013 11,952 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly harsh.

Pass 7 Oct 2011 11,638 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 11,638 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 11,539 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 11,434 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

wiper blades worn

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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C881 NCD is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 C881 NCD, 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 C881 NCD registered?

C881 NCD is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C881 NCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C881 NCD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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