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FPA 542V

1979 Austin Morris Mini Special

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2013
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,685 mi
Last recorded42,685 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2012
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special52,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPA 542V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Special
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2012 42,685 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012

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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FPA 542V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 FPA 542V, 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.

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What year was FPA 542V registered?

FPA 542V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special, first registered on 3 October 1979.

Is FPA 542V safe to buy?

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