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NPU 960V

1980 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,782 mi
Last recorded27,782 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2009
Typical for 1980 Austin Mini45,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPU 960V
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2009 27,782 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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NPU 960V is a 1980 Austin Mini in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NPU 960V, 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 NPU 960V registered?

NPU 960V is a 1980 Austin Mini, first registered on 14 March 1980.

Is NPU 960V safe to buy?

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