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DOV 806V

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,074 mi
Last recorded86,074 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 100054,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOV 806V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 86,074 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leaks

Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 85,744 miles

front screen slightly scord

Fail 13 Mar 2014 85,744 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

fog lamp warning not working

front screen slightly scord

rear fog lamp not working

Pass 19 Jun 2010 85,473 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

corrosion around rear subframe rear mountings

o/s door mirror slightly insecure

perishing/wear front suspension bushes in general

stainless steel braided brake hoses fitted and they run close to tie bars

various welding repairs to bodyshell in general

washers could be better

Pass 3 Jul 2009 85,398 miles

both front indicators and both rear stop lights loseing there colour

some movement in both front seats

some play in o/s top front ball joint

Fail 30 Jun 2009 85,390 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front indicators and both rear stop lights loseing there colour

some movement in both front seats

some play in o/s top front ball joint

Pass 4 Jul 2008 85,045 miles
Pass 17 May 2006

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.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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DOV 806V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 DOV 806V, 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 DOV 806V registered?

DOV 806V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 16 January 1980.

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