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LIJ 9890

1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Red Other 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101 mi
Last recorded101 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 100057,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIJ 9890
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 101 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019
Fail 26 Feb 2019 1 miles

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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LIJ 9890 is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Red with a 998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 57,559 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 LIJ 9890, 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 47 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 LIJ 9890 registered?

LIJ 9890 is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is LIJ 9890 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LIJ 9890 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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