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OFM 780V

1979 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,925 mi
Last recorded69,925 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT55,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFM 780V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 69,925 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 69,657 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 68,710 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 68,691 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f outer sill holed and corroded not within prescribed area

Fail 21 Aug 2013 68,691 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f outer sill holed and corroded not within prescribed area

Pass 24 Aug 2012 68,503 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 68,503 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 12 May 2011 68,147 miles

Exhaust Hitting Body Where Front Meets Middle Section.

Fail 10 May 2011 68,133 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Exhaust Hitting Body Where Front Meets Middle Section.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 67,570 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 67,540 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 61,103 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT?

Based on 3,395 MOT tests across 448 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 180
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 156
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 144
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 144
brake recording little or no effort 111
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OFM 780V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 55,908 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 180 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFM 780V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OFM 780V registered?

OFM 780V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is OFM 780V safe to buy?

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