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CBB 547V

1980 Austin Morris Mini 95L

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

22,355 mi
Last recorded22,355 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95L39,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBB 547V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95L
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 22,355 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 22,355 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 22,340 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear subframe area / wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 22,250 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 22,250 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 22,156 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 22,139 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 21,858 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 21,858 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 21,547 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 21,435 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Oct 2019 21,435 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 21,139 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 20,852 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 20,194 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 4 Oct 2016 20,194 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 19,846 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 19,415 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 19,391 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 19,067 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 18,975 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 18,574 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 17,992 miles

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

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 17,992 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 17,684 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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CBB 547V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95L in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 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 95L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 193 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CBB 547V, 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.

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What year was CBB 547V registered?

CBB 547V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95L, first registered on 3 April 1980.

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