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GBO 975W

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

67,289 mi
Last recorded67,289 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 100054,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBO 975W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 67,289 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle undersealed, unable too fully assess corrosion

Pass 12 Jul 2021 67,202 miles

oil leak

Fail 24 Jun 2021 67,182 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front to rear inner sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear trailing arm has slight movement

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 67,016 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2020 67,007 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering locking device ineffective track rod nut (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn tear drop (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear nearside and offside (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tear drop (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2019 66,085 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 63,948 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 63,513 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 60,537 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 58,520 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 51,804 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 47,890 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 47,382 miles

Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

O/S Front floor hole but not within perscribed area

Pass 13 Jan 2011 47,003 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 13 Jan 2011 47,003 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 46,618 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 46,618 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 46,353 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 45,942 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 45,577 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 45,308 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 45,308 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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GBO 975W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 GBO 975W, 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.

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What year was GBO 975W registered?

GBO 975W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 10 September 1980.

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