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UEN 600T

1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,442 mi
Last recorded3,442 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini 100051,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEN 600T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 3,442 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 3,412 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 3,377 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 2,993 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 2,900 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 2,872 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 2,649 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 2,478 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 1,213 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 1,186 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 13 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 19,598 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 17,820 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 17,802 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 16,241 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 16,200 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 14,549 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 12,488 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 10,625 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 8,675 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 8,631 miles

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 6,644 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 4,362 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 1,926 miles

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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UEN 600T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 51,620 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 UEN 600T, 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 48 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UEN 600T?

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What year was UEN 600T registered?

UEN 600T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 12 October 1978.

Is UEN 600T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEN 600T shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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