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FFJ 782V

1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests12 (5 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate41.7%

Mileage

57,862 mi
Last recorded57,862 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto47,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFJ 782V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Clubman Auto
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2011 57,862 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

both rear tyre sidewalls perished

corrosion appearing o/s/f A post

under vehicle poor condition

Fail 7 Oct 2011 57,862 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

osr tyre wall perishing

underside of vehicle poor condition

Fail 23 Sep 2011 57,862 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

osr tyre wall perishing

Pass 1 Sep 2009 27,851 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 57,850 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 57,759 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 57,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

heavy underbody corrosion

Pass 27 Apr 2007 57,685 miles

Evidence of extensive welding repairs to body

Fail 26 Apr 2007 57,683 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Fail 16 Apr 2007 57,676 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Off side screen pillar corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2006 57,645 miles

General body corrosion. †

Fail 7 Feb 2006 57,644 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.C1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.C1)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

General body corrosion.

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto?

Based on 767 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 39
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31
Steering rack gaiter split 30
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FFJ 782V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 41.7%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 47,264 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 Clubman Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FFJ 782V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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FFJ 782V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto, first registered on 23 August 1979.

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