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LAE 714X

1981 Austin Morris Mini City

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,860 mi
Last recorded61,860 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini City55,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAE 714X
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini City
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 61,860 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 61,464 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 61,181 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 61,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 145.80.10 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2018 60,443 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 59,920 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 59,516 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 58,866 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 58,189 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 58,100 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 57,762 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 57,762 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 57,453 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 56,892 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 56,530 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini City?

Based on 4,981 MOT tests across 672 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
588
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
672
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 547
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 313
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 277
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 235
brake recording little or no effort 217
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LAE 714X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini City in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini City models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 55,006 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 547 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LAE 714X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini City typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Morris Mini City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LAE 714X registered?

LAE 714X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini City, first registered on 10 August 1981.

Is LAE 714X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAE 714X shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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