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ONX 656W

1980 Austin Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

27,251 mi
Last recorded27,251 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 1980 Austin Mini45,545 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONX 656W
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 27,251 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 26,863 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 26,303 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 25,823 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 75,252 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 74,675 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 74,124 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 71,789 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 71,238 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 70,750 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 70,181 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 69,819 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 68,974 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 68,527 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 68,527 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2005 67,714 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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ONX 656W is a 1980 Austin Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ONX 656W, 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 ONX 656W registered?

ONX 656W is a 1980 Austin Mini, first registered on 22 August 1980.

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