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BHE 253T

1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,907 mi
Last recorded46,907 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2008
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto47,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHE 253T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000 Auto
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2008 46,907 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto?

Based on 926 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 49
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 45
Steering rack gaiter split 43
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BHE 253T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 47,419 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHE 253T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BHE 253T registered?

BHE 253T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto, first registered on 24 May 1979.

Is BHE 253T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHE 253T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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