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PLN 356W

1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

86,164 mi
Last recorded86,164 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super60,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLN 356W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850 Super
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 86,164 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 85,945 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 85,692 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 85,403 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 85,047 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 84,899 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 84,640 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 84,478 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 84,478 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 84,223 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 83,997 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 83,333 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 82,791 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 82,169 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 81,545 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 850 Super?

Based on 1,726 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
587
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 152
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 93
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 91
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PLN 356W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 60,350 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 850 Super fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 152 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PLN 356W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 850 Super typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 850 Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PLN 356W registered?

PLN 356W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super, first registered on 10 September 1980.

Is PLN 356W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLN 356W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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