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JRW 882V

1979 Austin Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,042 mi
Last recorded3,042 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 1979 Austin Mini55,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRW 882V
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2024 3,042 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 2,488 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 2,361 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 2,017 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 1,693 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 872 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 26 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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JRW 882V is a 1979 Austin Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 55,576 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JRW 882V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JRW 882V?

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What year was JRW 882V registered?

JRW 882V is a 1979 Austin Mini, first registered on 13 November 1979.

Is JRW 882V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRW 882V shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JRW 882V have outstanding finance?

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