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AVH 306V

1980 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,529 mi
Last recorded7,529 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1980 Austin Mini45,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVH 306V
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 7,529 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Nov 2012
Fail 28 May 2009 79,993 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

exhaust foulimg body

o/s number plate lamp poor condition

rear exhaust moutings poor condition

slight blow from exhaust joints

slight suspension knocks

Pass 28 May 2009 79,993 miles

exhaust foulimg body

o/s number plate lamp poor condition

rear exhaust moutings poor condition

slight blow from exhaust joints

slight suspension knocks

Pass 7 May 2008 78,571 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 78,389 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s/f tyre damaged on sidewall

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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AVH 306V is a 1980 Austin Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 45,545 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 AVH 306V, 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 46 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AVH 306V registered?

AVH 306V is a 1980 Austin Mini, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is AVH 306V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVH 306V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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