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HLH 992T

1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2022
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

92,708 mi
Last recorded92,708 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto47,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLH 992T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Clubman Auto
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 92,708 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 92,694 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 17 Nov 2007 92,421 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 92,419 miles

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Fail 8 Nov 2007 92,412 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

vehicle has a very serious petrol leak vehicle requires full test on return

Pass 4 Aug 2006 89,145 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 89,133 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Torsion bar attachment bracket damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

Offside Front Torsion bar excessive play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto?

Based on 767 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 39
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31
Steering rack gaiter split 30
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HLH 992T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 47,264 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 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HLH 992T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HLH 992T registered?

HLH 992T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto, first registered on 23 May 1979.

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