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E171 GNP

1987 Austin Mini Advantage

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,114 mi
Last recorded15,114 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 1987 Austin Mini Advantage51,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE171 GNP
MakeAustin
ModelMini Advantage
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 15,114 miles

bonnet safety catch missing

Fail 9 Apr 2024 15,111 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

bonnet safety catch missing

Pass 23 Dec 2020 15,064 miles

BONNET SAFETY CATCH MISSING

Fail 3 Dec 2020 15,063 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle in full lock (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Track rod end modification unsafe lock nut missing (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Track rod end modification unsafe lock nut missing (2.1.3 (f) (i))

BONNET SAFETY CATCH MISSING

Pass 26 Aug 2011 88,837 miles

Battery insecure

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front wings under sides corroding

front brake discs slightly corroded

rear exhaust mounting missing but system still fully suported

scratches to screen

Fail 21 Jul 2011 88,837 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front brake discs corroded

o/s/f and n/s/f underside wings area corrosion

rear exhaust mounting missing

scratches front windscreen

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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E171 GNP is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E171 GNP, 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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E171 GNP is a 1987 Austin Mini Advantage, first registered on 4 September 1987.

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