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LNP 898X

1982 Austin Morris Mini City

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

63,761 mi
Last recorded63,761 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1982 Austin Morris Mini City59,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNP 898X
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini City
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 63,761 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 3,205 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush o/s n./s (2.7.4)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 99,594 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 99,590 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 99,584 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 97,301 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 91,218 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 87,433 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 83,855 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 80,087 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 76,221 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 76,190 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

rear registration plate starting to deteriorate

unable tocheck passenger seat due tomy bean being sat in it

Fail 21 Feb 2009 70,713 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 70,713 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 63,164 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 61,109 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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LNP 898X is a 1982 Austin Morris Mini City in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1982 Austin Morris Mini City models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 59,916 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 LNP 898X, 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 44 years old, this Austin Morris Mini City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LNP 898X registered?

LNP 898X is a 1982 Austin Morris Mini City, first registered on 1 June 1982.

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