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CAZ 8282

1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E

White Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

4,779 mi
Last recorded4,779 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E50,767 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAZ 8282
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 4,779 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 4,676 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 4,544 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 4,469 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 4,291 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 4,183 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 4,108 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 3,644 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 3,433 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 3,099 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 2,604 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 2,279 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 656 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 67 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 1,485 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 1,376 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 1,253 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 749 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 749 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 2 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini 1000 City E?

Based on 44,703 MOT tests across 5,158 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
716
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
5,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,881
Steering rack gaiter split 2,979
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,706
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,326
fog lamp not working 2,243
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CAZ 8282 is a 1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E in White with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 50,767 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini 1000 City E fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CAZ 8282, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini 1000 City E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CAZ 8282 registered?

CAZ 8282 is a 1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 1 October 1987.

Is CAZ 8282 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAZ 8282 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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