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KAP 229W

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,538 mi
Last recorded11,538 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2007
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto41,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAP 229W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000 Auto
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2007 11,538 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 11,538 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 6,883 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto?

Based on 926 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 49
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 45
Steering rack gaiter split 43
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KAP 229W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 41,192 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KAP 229W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KAP 229W registered?

KAP 229W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KAP 229W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAP 229W shows 3 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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