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BCV 559T

1980 Austin Morris Mini 95

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,151 mi
Last recorded69,151 miles
Recorded on14 May 2022
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 9547,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCV 559T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2022 69,151 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 69,145 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 69,137 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements silver on black (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements silver on black (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 68,724 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 68,190 miles

minor oil leaks

Pass 20 Apr 2017 67,462 miles

oil leaks

rotation noise to both rear hubs when spun

Fail 20 Apr 2017 67,462 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oil leaks

rotation noise to both rear hubs when spun

Pass 21 Apr 2016 66,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 65,823 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 65,552 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 65,552 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 64,847 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 95?

Based on 1,876 MOT tests across 252 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
282
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
252
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 60
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 49
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
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BCV 559T is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 47,644 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 95 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BCV 559T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 95 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 95 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BCV 559T registered?

BCV 559T is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95, first registered on 10 April 1980.

Is BCV 559T safe to buy?

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