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DBW 78V

1980 Austin Morris Mini 95

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,158 mi
Last recorded78,158 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 9547,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBW 78V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 78,158 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 77,294 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 76,782 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 76,594 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 75,981 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 75,981 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 72,777 miles

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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DBW 78V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 47,644 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 DBW 78V, 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 46 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 DBW 78V registered?

DBW 78V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95, first registered on 4 March 1980.

Is DBW 78V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBW 78V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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