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EPL 480V

1979 Austin Morris Mini Special

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,292 mi
Last recorded67,292 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special52,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPL 480V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Special
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 67,292 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 67,183 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 67,042 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 66,738 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 66,674 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 66,177 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 66,016 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 65,953 miles

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Pass 22 Apr 2016 65,863 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 65,727 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 65,566 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 65,505 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 65,437 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 65,044 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Special?

Based on 1,388 MOT tests across 176 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
176
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 95
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 63
brake recording little or no effort 52
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EPL 480V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,781 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini Special fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EPL 480V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EPL 480V?

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What year was EPL 480V registered?

EPL 480V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is EPL 480V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPL 480V shows 14 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 EPL 480V have outstanding finance?

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