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MAH 84V

1980 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,500 mi
Last recorded36,500 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Austin Mini45,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAH 84V
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 36,500 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 36,495 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 36,488 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both outer sills (5.2.6)

front parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Stop lamp not working both rear (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing both rear (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f floor corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2015 36,303 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 36,149 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 35,539 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 35,539 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 35,125 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 34,672 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini?

Based on 18,242 MOT tests across 2,720 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,720
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 846
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 689
brake recording little or no effort 623
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 526
Steering rack gaiter split 471
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MAH 84V is a 1980 Austin Mini in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1980 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 45,545 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 846 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MAH 84V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MAH 84V registered?

MAH 84V is a 1980 Austin Mini, first registered on 16 May 1980.

Is MAH 84V safe to buy?

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