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TWY 786W

1981 Austin Morris Mini City

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

735,989 mi
Last recorded735,989 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2013
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini City55,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWY 786W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini City
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2013 735,989 miles

both front headlamp aims faint

n/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/f inner tie rod has play

oil leak

Fail 14 Aug 2013 735,980 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

both front headlamp aims faint

n/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/f inner tie rod has play

oil leak

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini City?

Based on 4,981 MOT tests across 672 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
588
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
672
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 547
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 313
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 277
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 235
brake recording little or no effort 217
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TWY 786W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini City in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini City models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 55,006 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 City fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 547 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TWY 786W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini City typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Morris Mini City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TWY 786W registered?

TWY 786W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini City, first registered on 16 April 1981.

Is TWY 786W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWY 786W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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