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PLG 725V

1979 Austin Morris Mini 850

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

1,948 mi
Last recorded1,948 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 85059,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLG 725V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 1,948 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 1,379 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 1,313 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 1,033 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 992 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 799 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 18 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 656 miles

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

Fuel tank to pump pipe needs clipping and protecting

Fail 10 Jun 2008 650 miles

Centre Front Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fuel tank to pump pipe needs clipping and protecting

Pass 6 Jun 2007 1,530 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 850?

Based on 1,217 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 59
brake recording little or no effort 56
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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PLG 725V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 850 in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 59,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 850 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PLG 725V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PLG 725V registered?

PLG 725V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 850, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is PLG 725V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLG 725V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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