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SKY 137Y

1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,689 mi
Last recorded15,689 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E55,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKY 137Y
MakeAustin
ModelMini 1000 City E
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 15,689 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 14,947 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 14,224 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 11,928 miles

Offside Headlamp adjusted upwards slightly

Pass 8 Jun 2018 10,796 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 7,912 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 6,519 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 6,519 miles

Steering rack insecure "U" bolts loose (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 4,111 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 2,630 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 2,630 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 524 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 524 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 99,225 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 92,609 miles

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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SKY 137Y is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 55,404 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 SKY 137Y, 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 44 years old, this Austin Mini 1000 City E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SKY 137Y registered?

SKY 137Y is a 1982 Austin Mini 1000 City E, first registered on 1 October 1982.

Is SKY 137Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKY 137Y shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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