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UPU 151W

1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,573 mi
Last recorded45,573 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl54,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPU 151W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Hl
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 45,573 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 44,826 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 44,704 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 44,605 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 44,468 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 44,346 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 43,941 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 43,432 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 43,201 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 42,972 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 42,972 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 42,711 miles

Offside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 42,461 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 42,460 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 41,697 miles

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

o/s rear metal brake pipe starting to corrode.

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Hl?

Based on 6,447 MOT tests across 893 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
677
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
893
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 650
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 410
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 344
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 306
brake recording little or no effort 305
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UPU 151W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 54,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini Hl fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 650 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPU 151W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini Hl typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Hl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UPU 151W registered?

UPU 151W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl, first registered on 6 February 1981.

Is UPU 151W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPU 151W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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