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NSS 559W

1981 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2016
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

989 mi
Last recorded989 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2015
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini 100046,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSS 559W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2015 989 miles

Oil leak

only O/S wiper arm & blade fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Apr 2014 526 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 49,492 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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NSS 559W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 46,260 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NSS 559W, 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 45 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NSS 559W registered?

NSS 559W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 16 April 1981.

Is NSS 559W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSS 559W shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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