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EDL 684D

1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Red Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,828 mi
Last recorded4,828 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini 100051,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDL 684D
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 4,828 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 4,615 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 4,593 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 4,592 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 4,550 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 4,548 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 4,548 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 4,548 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 4,519 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 4,420 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 4,247 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 4,082 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 3,740 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 2,515 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011

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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EDL 684D is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Red with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 51,620 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 EDL 684D, 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 48 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EDL 684D?

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What year was EDL 684D registered?

EDL 684D is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 16 October 1978.

Is EDL 684D safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDL 684D shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EDL 684D have outstanding finance?

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