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TWM 508V

1979 Austin Morris Mini Special

Silver Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,574 mi
Last recorded96,574 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special52,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWM 508V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Special
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 96,574 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 96,571 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 96,440 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 96,038 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 95,398 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 94,561 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 93,460 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 93,161 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 92,238 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 91,741 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 91,621 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 91,234 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 90,692 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 90,447 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 May 2006 89,747 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 89,743 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Special?

Based on 1,388 MOT tests across 176 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
176
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 95
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 63
brake recording little or no effort 52
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TWM 508V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special in Silver with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,781 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini Special fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TWM 508V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TWM 508V registered?

TWM 508V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special, first registered on 28 September 1979.

Is TWM 508V safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWM 508V shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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