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TFY 811V

1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,798 mi
Last recorded38,798 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 100057,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFY 811V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 38,798 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 38,750 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 38,732 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 37,302 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 37,295 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling insecure (2.5.C.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling insecure (2.5.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 33,342 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 71,848 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 70,999 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 70,006 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 27 Sep 2007 70,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 65,481 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 65,471 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 9,311 MOT tests across 1,335 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,335
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 726
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 519
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 472
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 470
brake recording little or no effort 382
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TFY 811V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 57,559 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 1000 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 726 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TFY 811V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TFY 811V registered?

TFY 811V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 1 August 1979.

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