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BBR 982W

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT

Yellow Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,732 mi
Last recorded82,732 miles
Recorded on11 May 2007
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT54,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBR 982W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2007 82,732 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2005 82,625 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2005 82,625 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT?

Based on 3,395 MOT tests across 448 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 180
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 156
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 144
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 144
brake recording little or no effort 111
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BBR 982W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT in Yellow with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 54,924 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 1275 GT fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 180 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BBR 982W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BBR 982W registered?

BBR 982W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 12 August 1980.

Is BBR 982W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBR 982W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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