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FMJ 588T

1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,253 mi
Last recorded39,253 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 100057,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMJ 588T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 39,253 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 39,253 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 May 2018 38,771 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 38,771 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 38,472 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 38,040 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 May 2015 37,764 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 37,060 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 36,500 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 36,221 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 358,973 miles

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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FMJ 588T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 57,559 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 FMJ 588T, 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 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FMJ 588T registered?

FMJ 588T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 2 April 1979.

Is FMJ 588T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMJ 588T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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