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FTV 13V

1980 Austin Morris Mini Special

Silver Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,827 mi
Last recorded54,827 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini Special59,285 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTV 13V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Special
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 54,827 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 52,890 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 May 2017 51,688 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 51,632 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 51,463 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 51,317 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 51,030 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 50,358 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2010 49,730 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 49,730 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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FTV 13V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini Special in Silver with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini Special models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 59,285 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 FTV 13V, 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 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Special is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FTV 13V registered?

FTV 13V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini Special, first registered on 19 March 1980.

Is FTV 13V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTV 13V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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