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LDV 582W

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

8 mi
Last recorded8 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 100054,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDV 582W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 8 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 81,556 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 81,550 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 79,704 miles

bad oil leaks around bottom of engine area.

exhaust noisy.

o/s/f outer c/v boot cracked & perished & slightly leaking grease.

o/s/f wiper arm loose & weak.

slight exhaust leaks around front pipe/centre joint areas.

Pass 21 Sep 2006 75,245 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 75,245 miles

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

Centre Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2005 73,610 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 73,610 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 9,311 MOT tests across 1,335 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,335
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 726
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 519
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 472
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 470
brake recording little or no effort 382
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LDV 582W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 54,353 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 1000 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 726 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LDV 582W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LDV 582W registered?

LDV 582W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 1 August 1980.

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