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EAU 912T

1979 Austin Morris Mini 850

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,913 mi
Last recorded95,913 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 85059,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAU 912T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 95,913 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 95,609 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 95,527 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

No passenger seat fitted at time of test

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 6 Dec 2012 95,527 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

No passenger seat fitted at time of test

Rear wheel bearings have slight play

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 850?

Based on 1,217 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 59
brake recording little or no effort 56
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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EAU 912T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 850 in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 59,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 850 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EAU 912T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EAU 912T?

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What year was EAU 912T registered?

EAU 912T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 850, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is EAU 912T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAU 912T shows 4 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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