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LUE 318V

1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,817 mi
Last recorded54,817 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 100054,353 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUE 318V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1980
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 54,817 miles

hand brake efforts slightly low but just passing test

Pass 6 Dec 2007 53,689 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 53,687 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 19 Sep 2007 53,670 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 52,802 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Aug 2006 52,799 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

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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LUE 318V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LUE 318V, 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 LUE 318V registered?

LUE 318V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 1 March 1980.

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