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C977 NWM

1985 Austin Mini Ritz

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

1,912 mi
Last recorded1,912 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 1985 Austin Mini Ritz54,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC977 NWM
MakeAustin
ModelMini Ritz
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 1,912 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 1,780 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 1,773 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working all (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 1,545 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 1,139 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 668 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 406 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 297 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 290 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 16 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 99,594 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 98,771 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 97,476 miles

o/s/f drive shaft inner boot insecure

Pass 1 Oct 2009 96,843 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 96,551 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 96,494 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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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C977 NWM is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 C977 NWM, 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 C977 NWM registered?

C977 NWM is a 1985 Austin Mini Ritz, first registered on 7 August 1985.

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The MOT history for C977 NWM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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