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KPN 197W

1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

85,140 mi
Last recorded85,140 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super60,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPN 197W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850 Super
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Fail 22 May 2018 85,140 miles

Nearside Front Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2017 84,678 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 84,678 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off Hazards too slow (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill Area (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill area osr near sub mount (6.1.B.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2016 83,535 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2016 83,535 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 83,162 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 82,224 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 19 Jul 2010 82,160 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 80,719 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2009 80,684 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 78,173 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 78,159 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Battery insecure

Pass 22 Jun 2007 46,845 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 46,845 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

offside /nearside lower side body mouldings missing expossing sharp edges

offside door mirror missing

Pass 1 Oct 2005 73,987 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 850 Super?

Based on 1,726 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
587
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 152
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 93
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 91
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KPN 197W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 60,350 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 850 Super fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 152 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KPN 197W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 850 Super typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 850 Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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KPN 197W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super, first registered on 2 October 1980.

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