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HSU 850

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

63,586 mi
Last recorded63,586 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 100054,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSU 850
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 63,586 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 63,412 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 63,185 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 62,979 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 62,757 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 62,374 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 62,199 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 61,901 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 61,800 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2009 61,800 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 61,796 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 61,046 miles

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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HSU 850 is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HSU 850, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HSU 850?

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What year was HSU 850 registered?

HSU 850 is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 7 August 1980.

Is HSU 850 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSU 850 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HSU 850 have outstanding finance?

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