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D335 XBC

1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,408 mi
Last recorded38,408 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E50,767 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD335 XBC
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 38,408 miles

steering column controls loose but not affecting use

Pass 4 Apr 2007 31,666 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 42,654 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 42,653 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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D335 XBC is a 1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D335 XBC, 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.

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What year was D335 XBC registered?

D335 XBC is a 1987 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 1 February 1987.

Is D335 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D335 XBC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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