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RTT 996X

1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,787 mi
Last recorded94,787 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L48,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTT 996X
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95L
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 94,787 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 94,293 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 94,290 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 May 2013 94,281 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 94,281 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 94,191 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 92,943 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 95L?

Based on 3,106 MOT tests across 414 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
335
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
414
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 193
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 130
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 127
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 105
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 81
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RTT 996X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 48,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 95L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 193 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RTT 996X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 95L typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 95L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RTT 996X registered?

RTT 996X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is RTT 996X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTT 996X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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