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MUK 850X

1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,319 mi
Last recorded85,319 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl54,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUK 850X
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Hl
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2022 85,319 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 84,417 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 81,700 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 80,924 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 79,400 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 77,265 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Jul 2015 73,434 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2014 71,327 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 67,998 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2012 62,513 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 63,506 miles

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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MUK 850X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 54,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MUK 850X, 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 45 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Hl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MUK 850X registered?

MUK 850X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl, first registered on 14 September 1981.

Is MUK 850X safe to buy?

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