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DFB 812W

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,359 mi
Last recorded88,359 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 100054,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFB 812W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 88,359 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 88,165 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 87,982 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 87,883 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 87,581 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2014 66,987 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 66,987 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 86,073 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 84,907 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 84,907 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 3 Oct 2005 84,907 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2005 84,907 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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DFB 812W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DFB 812W, 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 DFB 812W registered?

DFB 812W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 22 August 1980.

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The MOT history for DFB 812W shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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