CarVerify

Free Car Check

SUT 976X

1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L

Red Petrol 848cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

2,486 mi
Last recorded2,486 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L48,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Austin Morris
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUT 976X
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95L
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2013 2,486 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 2,485 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front exhaust mounting loose

Pass 28 May 2012 1,879 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 1,589 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 1,584 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 1,033 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2006 601 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2006 601 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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
Full Austin Morris Mini 95L reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SUT 976X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SUT 976X, 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

How do I check the history of SUT 976X?

You can check the full history of SUT 976X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SUT 976X registered?

SUT 976X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95L, first registered on 3 August 1981.

Is SUT 976X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUT 976X shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SUT 976X have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SUT 976X. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.