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WCW 908V

1979 Austin Morris Mini 95

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,519 mi
Last recorded43,519 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 9549,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCW 908V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 43,519 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 43,399 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 43,247 miles

Clutch slave cylinder flexi hose deteriorated

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 43,137 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 42,883 miles

clutch slave cylinder hose deteriorated

front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2016 42,882 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

clutch slave cylinder hose deteriorated

front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2015 41,664 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 41,664 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 38,256 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 38,256 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 38,203 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside front steering arm slight play

Pass 4 Oct 2012 38,131 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 95?

Based on 1,876 MOT tests across 252 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
282
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
252
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 60
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 49
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
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WCW 908V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 95 in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 49,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 95 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WCW 908V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 95 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 95 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WCW 908V registered?

WCW 908V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 95, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is WCW 908V safe to buy?

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