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GSX 890X

1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,874 mi
Last recorded86,874 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L48,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSX 890X
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95L
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2025 86,874 miles

all underbody undersealed

Pass 3 Nov 2022 86,792 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 86,577 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 86,426 miles

Front exhaust blow (recommend attention)

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

both rear tyres perished in tread areas (recommend attention)

Pass 27 Jun 2019 85,810 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 85,456 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 84,780 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 84,691 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 84,245 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 83,739 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 95L?

Based on 3,106 MOT tests across 414 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
335
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
414
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 193
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 130
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 127
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 105
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
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GSX 890X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 48,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 95L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 193 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GSX 890X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 95L typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 95L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GSX 890X registered?

GSX 890X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L, first registered on 1 November 1981.

Is GSX 890X safe to buy?

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