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OAV 596W

1981 Austin Mini

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

948 mi
Last recorded948 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1981 Austin Mini56,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAV 596W
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2025 948 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 927 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 747 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 548 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 262 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 246 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 213 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 3 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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OAV 596W is a 1981 Austin Mini in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 56,830 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OAV 596W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OAV 596W?

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What year was OAV 596W registered?

OAV 596W is a 1981 Austin Mini, first registered on 30 June 1981.

Is OAV 596W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAV 596W shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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