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CUL 963V

1979 Austin Morris Mini 95

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,935 mi
Last recorded95,935 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 9549,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUL 963V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 95,935 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 95,082 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 94,934 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 94,161 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012
Pass 21 Mar 2011 88,067 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 87,258 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 85,468 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 85,357 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 77,484 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2005 70,677 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 76,676 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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CUL 963V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 95 in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 49,999 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 CUL 963V, 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 47 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 CUL 963V registered?

CUL 963V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 95, first registered on 1 December 1979.

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