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SUY 829V

1979 Austin Morris Mini 95

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,271 mi
Last recorded21,271 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2025
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 9549,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUY 829V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2025 21,271 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 20,983 miles

Nearside parking brake requires adjustment soon

Pass 6 Apr 2017 20,944 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 20,828 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 20,729 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 20,653 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 20,630 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 20,457 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 20,193 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Offside Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

nearside handbrake effort slightly low

Pass 10 May 2007 20,193 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

nearside handbrake effort slightly low

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 95?

Based on 1,876 MOT tests across 252 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
282
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
252
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 60
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 49
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
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SUY 829V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 95 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 49,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 95 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SUY 829V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 95 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 95 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SUY 829V registered?

SUY 829V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 95, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is SUY 829V safe to buy?

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