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BUY 236W

1980 Austin Morris Mini 95L

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,106 mi
Last recorded36,106 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95L39,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUY 236W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95L
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2025 36,106 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 34,664 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 32,739 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 30,554 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 95L?

Based on 3,106 MOT tests across 414 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
335
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
414
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 193
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 130
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 127
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 105
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
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BUY 236W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95L in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95L models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 39,149 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 95L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 193 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BUY 236W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BUY 236W?

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What year was BUY 236W registered?

BUY 236W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95L, first registered on 4 December 1980.

Is BUY 236W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUY 236W shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BUY 236W have outstanding finance?

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