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GAE 976W

1985 Morris Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

73,035 mi
Last recorded73,035 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAE 976W
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 73,035 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 72,963 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 72,876 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 72,709 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 72,674 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 72,674 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 72,546 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 72,542 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 72,517 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 72,508 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Centre Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 72,305 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 72,301 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2011 71,833 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

all tyres wearing on edges

engine oil leak

rear exhaust rubber starting to melt

Pass 21 Apr 2010 70,700 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 69,558 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini?

Based on 11,174 MOT tests across 1,713 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 480
brake recording little or no effort 405
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 363
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 299
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 290
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GAE 976W is a 1985 Morris Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

The most common reason a Morris Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 480 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAE 976W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 41 years old, this Morris Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAE 976W registered?

GAE 976W is a 1985 Morris Mini, first registered on 20 June 1985.

Is GAE 976W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAE 976W shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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