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VHO 638V

1979 Austin Morris Mini Special

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,872 mi
Last recorded33,872 miles
Recorded on12 May 2007
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special52,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHO 638V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Special
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2007 33,872 miles

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

exhaust mountings centre and rear splitting

n/s/f sill corrosion but not affecting braking or steering. will require attention shortly

n/s/r tyre splitting on side wall

o/s mirror slightly discoloured

Fail 8 May 2007 33,872 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

cannot check o/s/f suspension properly due to very excessive and danderous play in bearing

exhaust mountings centre and rear splitting

n/s/f sill corrosion but not affecting braking or steering .will require attention .

n/s/r tyre splitting on side wall

o/s mirror slightly discoloured

Pass 4 May 2006 30,124 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 30,122 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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VHO 638V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 Special fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VHO 638V, 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 VHO 638V registered?

VHO 638V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special, first registered on 27 September 1979.

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