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JDX 562V

1979 Austin Morris Mini Special

Silver Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,992 mi
Last recorded2,992 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2021
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special52,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDX 562V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Special
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2021 2,992 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 2,595 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 2,136 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 961 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 153 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 99,770 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 99,059 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 98,684 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 98,684 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 97,775 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 97,773 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 96,204 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 94,467 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Sep 2005 94,426 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 94,426 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Special?

Based on 1,388 MOT tests across 176 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
176
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 95
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 63
brake recording little or no effort 52
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JDX 562V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special in Silver with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,781 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini Special fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JDX 562V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JDX 562V registered?

JDX 562V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special, first registered on 14 November 1979.

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