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LPA 143W

1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

74,190 mi
Last recorded74,190 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super60,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPA 143W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850 Super
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2021 74,190 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength see chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength see chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Tyre close to ten years old all (5.2.3 (m))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general overall condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both front brake flexi hoses fouling on suspension arms

number plate lamps dim

Pass 6 Feb 2006 74,152 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 74,152 miles

Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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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LPA 143W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 LPA 143W, 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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What year was LPA 143W registered?

LPA 143W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super, first registered on 4 August 1980.

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