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PLU 651W

1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

76,079 mi
Last recorded76,079 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super60,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLU 651W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850 Super
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 76,079 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 76,078 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2019 76,075 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 76,067 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 76,009 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 75,980 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 75,750 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 75,699 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 75,699 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2013 75,453 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 75,453 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 75,229 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 75,027 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2010 74,892 miles

Near side rear tyre perishing.

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2009 74,399 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 73,866 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 73,263 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 72,192 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005

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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PLU 651W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 PLU 651W, 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.

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What year was PLU 651W registered?

PLU 651W is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super, first registered on 13 November 1980.

Is PLU 651W safe to buy?

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