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VCO 780V

1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

79,999 mi
Last recorded79,999 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super60,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCO 780V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850 Super
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 79,999 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 79,347 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 78,424 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 77,070 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 77,070 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 76,006 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 75,840 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 75,826 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 74,563 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 73,763 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Dec 2016 73,349 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 72,999 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 72,999 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 72,999 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 72,999 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 72,551 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 72,181 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 72,181 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 71,729 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 70,633 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 69,647 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 69,647 miles

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)

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)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Indicator switch missing (1.4.A.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 850 Super?

Based on 1,726 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
587
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 152
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 93
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 91
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VCO 780V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 60,350 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 850 Super fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 152 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VCO 780V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 850 Super typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 850 Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VCO 780V registered?

VCO 780V is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super, first registered on 4 January 1980.

Is VCO 780V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCO 780V shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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