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MRA 387W

1980 Austin Morris Mini Hl

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

38,797 mi
Last recorded38,797 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini Hl52,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRA 387W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Hl
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2020 38,797 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 38,797 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 38,797 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 38,797 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 38,797 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 38,300 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2012 38,300 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Hl?

Based on 6,447 MOT tests across 893 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
677
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
893
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 650
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 410
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 344
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 306
brake recording little or no effort 305
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MRA 387W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini Hl in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini Hl models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 52,454 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 Hl fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 650 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MRA 387W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini Hl typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Hl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MRA 387W registered?

MRA 387W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini Hl, first registered on 5 November 1980.

Is MRA 387W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRA 387W shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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