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HVC 227V

1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,633 mi
Last recorded77,633 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 100057,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVC 227V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2019 77,633 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 76,764 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 76,526 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 75,816 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 75,158 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 74,030 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 71,604 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 52,099 miles

fuel pipe corroded

n/s-o/s floor to sill has welding repairs

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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HVC 227V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 57,559 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 HVC 227V, 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 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVC 227V registered?

HVC 227V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 11 September 1979.

Is HVC 227V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVC 227V shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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