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WOJ 137T

1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,745 mi
Last recorded6,745 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto20,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOJ 137T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000 Auto
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 6,745 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 6,742 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 6,722 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 6,721 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 6,674 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 6,655 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 6,478 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 6,377 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 6,220 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Mar 2012 6,215 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2011 5,889 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 5,889 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 5,400 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 5,207 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 4,978 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 4,696 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto?

Based on 926 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 49
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 45
Steering rack gaiter split 43
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WOJ 137T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 20,722 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WOJ 137T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WOJ 137T registered?

WOJ 137T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto, first registered on 11 August 1978.

Is WOJ 137T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOJ 137T shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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