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ETF 789V

1980 Austin Morris Mini 95

Red Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

78,761 mi
Last recorded78,761 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2009
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 9547,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETF 789V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2009 78,761 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Aug 2009 78,739 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 78,132 miles

very slight play in offside front wheel bearing but no roughness and customer advised

Fail 4 Sep 2008 78,127 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

advise new clip on offside front outer cv gaitor as grease seeping out

restricted view of rear flexible brake hoses but look and feel ok plus no leaks present

Pass 24 May 2007 77,660 miles

un able to open front doors without the aid of a remote

Pass 7 Apr 2006 77,037 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 15 Mar 2006 77,021 miles

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

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 95?

Based on 1,876 MOT tests across 252 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
282
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
252
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 60
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 49
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
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ETF 789V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95 in Red with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 47,644 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 95 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ETF 789V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 95 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 95 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ETF 789V registered?

ETF 789V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 95, first registered on 11 June 1980.

Is ETF 789V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETF 789V shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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