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GFB 988W

1980 Morris Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,500 mi
Last recorded36,500 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 1980 Morris Mini45,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFB 988W
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 36,500 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 35,000 miles

Hazard warning. Near side indicators not working.

Fail 12 Jul 2019 35,000 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning. Near side indicators not working.

Pass 4 Jul 2018 35,000 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jun 2018 35,000 miles

Central Electrical wiring heavily deteriorated (4.11 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

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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GFB 988W is a 1980 Morris Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Morris Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 45,100 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GFB 988W, 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 46 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 GFB 988W registered?

GFB 988W is a 1980 Morris Mini, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is GFB 988W safe to buy?

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