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KFX 947V

1979 Austin Morris Mini Special

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

20,757 mi
Last recorded20,757 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2007
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special52,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFX 947V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Special
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2007 20,757 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2007 20,757 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 20,460 miles

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

Slight wear in both N/S steering swivels.

Fail 23 Jun 2006 20,460 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g) DANGEROUS

O/S/R tyre out of shape.

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

Slight wear in both N/S steering swivels.

Fail 8 Jun 2006 20,423 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres out of shape.

Slight wear in both N/S steering swivels.

Wear in O/S/F wheel bearing.

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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KFX 947V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 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 Special fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KFX 947V, 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 KFX 947V registered?

KFX 947V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special, first registered on 6 September 1979.

Is KFX 947V safe to buy?

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