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DVJ 316W

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,438 mi
Last recorded77,438 miles
Recorded on8 May 2007
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto41,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVJ 316W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000 Auto
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2007 77,438 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 77,438 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto?

Based on 926 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 49
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 45
Steering rack gaiter split 43
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DVJ 316W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 41,192 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DVJ 316W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DVJ 316W registered?

DVJ 316W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto, first registered on 12 August 1980.

Is DVJ 316W safe to buy?

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