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DMP 738V

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Pink Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

90,000 mi
Last recorded90,000 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 100054,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMP 738V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1980
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 90,000 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 90,000 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 90,000 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 90,000 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 90,000 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 90,009 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 90,000 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 90,000 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 90,000 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 13 Sep 2010 90,000 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 90,000 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 90,000 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 90,000 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 90,000 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 90,000 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 90,000 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 90,000 miles

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

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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DMP 738V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Pink with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DMP 738V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DMP 738V registered?

DMP 738V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 24 March 1980.

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