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E160 DGU

1987 Austin Mini Advantage

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

32,483 mi
Last recorded32,483 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Advantage51,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE160 DGU
MakeAustin
ModelMini Advantage
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 32,483 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 32,473 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 32,458 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Arch front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Back of arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drivers floor corroded

Nearside Rear Radius arm bush has slight play

Offside Front Outer sill corroded

Offside Front Shock damp

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Shock damp

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 31,962 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 31,308 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 31,300 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 30,671 miles

indicators flashing fast

Pass 21 Sep 2016 29,980 miles

Centre Rear exhaust bracket split

Pass 16 Sep 2015 29,232 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 28,543 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 27,937 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 27,346 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 26,688 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 25,954 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 25,954 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 25,085 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 24,179 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 24,179 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 23,161 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 22,010 miles

both rear tyres sidewalls cracked

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 22 Sep 2005 21,004 miles

play in osf suspension or poss wheel bearings

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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E160 DGU is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 E160 DGU, 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.

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E160 DGU is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage, first registered on 12 October 1987.

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