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OVR 863W

1981 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

82,957 mi
Last recorded82,957 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT60,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVR 863W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 82,957 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 82,918 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 82,865 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 82,762 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 82,682 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 82,495 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 82,426 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2014 82,310 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 82,214 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2013 82,214 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2012 82,066 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 82,054 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 May 2011 81,880 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 81,758 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 81,686 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 81,580 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 81,472 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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OVR 863W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 60,876 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 OVR 863W, 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 45 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 OVR 863W registered?

OVR 863W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 4 February 1981.

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The MOT history for OVR 863W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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