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CAE 307V

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

54,103 mi
Last recorded54,103 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 100054,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAE 307V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 54,103 miles

Drivers seat adjusted by nut and bolt

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 9 Jun 2017 54,087 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative Not working on every application (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 19 Oct 2015 51,419 miles

no rear seats fitted

Fail 19 Oct 2015 51,419 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

no rear seats fitted

Fail 18 Sep 2015 51,346 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Steering retaining device missing track rod nut (2.2.C.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 49,688 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

drivers seat adjustment is done by nuts and bolts. (not an actual mechanisum)

drivers seat has play in the lock mechanisum

front axle tyres are of a different type and size to the rear axles tyres

passenger seat has play in the lock mechanisum

wheel nuts on the front appear not to be correct for type of wheel used

n/s/r tyre edges are scrubbing

o/s/r tyre scrubbing

Fail 6 Sep 2013 49,680 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

drivers seat adjustment is done by nuts and bolts. (not an actual mechanisum)

drivers seat has play in the lock mechanisum

front axle tyres are of a different type and size to the rear axles tyres

passenger seat has play in the lock mechanisum

wheel nuts on the front appear not to be correct for type of wheel used

n/s/r tyre edges are scrubbing

o/s/r tyre scrubbing

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 9,311 MOT tests across 1,335 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,335
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 726
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 519
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 472
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 470
brake recording little or no effort 382
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CAE 307V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 54,353 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 1000 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 726 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CAE 307V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CAE 307V registered?

CAE 307V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 3 July 1980.

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