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OVC 807P

1976 Austin Mini

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2009
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

99,826 mi
Last recorded99,826 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2008
Typical for 1976 Austin Mini41,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVC 807P
MakeAustin
ModelMini
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2008 99,826 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 99,816 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 20 Nov 2006 91,999 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2006 91,999 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 91,999 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

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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OVC 807P is a 1976 Austin Mini in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1976 Austin Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 41,564 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OVC 807P, 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 50 years old, this Austin Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OVC 807P registered?

OVC 807P is a 1976 Austin Mini, first registered on 11 February 1976.

Is OVC 807P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVC 807P shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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