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JOA 262W

1981 Austin Morris Mini Clubman

Beige Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,779 mi
Last recorded53,779 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini Clubman47,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOA 262W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Clubman
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 53,779 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 May 2016 53,779 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2015 46,978 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 May 2015 46,978 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 45,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 45,867 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 38,679 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 33,533 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 31,076 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Clubman?

Based on 7,434 MOT tests across 1,000 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
713
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 599
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 377
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 371
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 349
brake recording little or no effort 313
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JOA 262W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini Clubman in Beige with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini Clubman models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 47,730 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 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 599 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JOA 262W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini Clubman typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Clubman is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JOA 262W registered?

JOA 262W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini Clubman, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is JOA 262W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOA 262W shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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