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C946 JHD

1985 Austin Mini Ritz

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,115 mi
Last recorded85,115 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Ritz54,137 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC946 JHD
MakeAustin
ModelMini Ritz
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2026 85,115 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 84,775 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 84,217 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 83,544 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 82,550 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 81,168 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 80,345 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 78,547 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 75,962 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 74,631 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 72,670 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 71,594 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 70,522 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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C946 JHD is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C946 JHD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C946 JHD registered?

C946 JHD is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz, first registered on 15 November 1985.

Is C946 JHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C946 JHD shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C946 JHD have outstanding finance?

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