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APJ 312T

1978 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2010
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

24,144 mi
Last recorded24,144 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2009
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto40,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPJ 312T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Clubman Auto
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Dec 2009 24,144 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 24,144 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 24,137 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 24,135 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 19,169 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 19,169 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2006 19,158 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto?

Based on 767 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 39
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31
Steering rack gaiter split 30
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APJ 312T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1978 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 40,571 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 Morris Mini Clubman Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APJ 312T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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APJ 312T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto, first registered on 21 December 1978.

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