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FHM 61V

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,114 mi
Last recorded82,114 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 100054,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHM 61V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 82,114 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 82,112 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2020 82,082 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 81,466 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Centre Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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FHM 61V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 54,353 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 1000 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 726 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FHM 61V, 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 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FHM 61V registered?

FHM 61V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 3 June 1980.

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