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WHO 862V

1979 Austin Morris Mini Special

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,311 mi
Last recorded27,311 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special52,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHO 862V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Special
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2020 27,311 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 27,278 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 26,658 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 26,630 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 26,389 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 25,851 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 25,576 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 25,090 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 24,908 miles

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Pass 5 Jan 2012 24,713 miles

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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WHO 862V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WHO 862V, 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 WHO 862V registered?

WHO 862V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special, first registered on 24 November 1979.

Is WHO 862V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHO 862V shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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