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D3 WKE

1987 Austin Mini Advantage

Blue Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28 mi
Last recorded28 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Advantage51,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 WKE
MakeAustin
ModelMini Advantage
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 28 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 15 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 50,950 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 50,944 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2017 50,928 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 50,925 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 50,924 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 50,924 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 50,664 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Advantage?

Based on 3,834 MOT tests across 430 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
688
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
430
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 288
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 256
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 250
fog lamp not working 203
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 198
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D3 WKE is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage in Blue with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Austin Mini Advantage models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 51,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Advantage fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D3 WKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D3 WKE registered?

D3 WKE is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage, first registered on 27 August 1987.

Is D3 WKE safe to buy?

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