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WRM 40S

1978 Leyland Cars Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

64,983 mi
Last recorded64,983 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2006
Typical for 1978 Leyland Cars Mini 100054,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRM 40S
MakeLeyland Cars
ModelMini 1000
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2006 64,983 miles

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

How Reliable is the Leyland Cars Mini 1000?

Based on 5,740 MOT tests across 872 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
872
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 413
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 304
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 271
brake recording little or no effort 263
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WRM 40S is a 1978 Leyland Cars Mini 1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1978 Leyland Cars Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 54,870 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 Leyland Cars Mini 1000 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 413 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WRM 40S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Leyland Cars Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 48 years old, this Leyland Cars Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WRM 40S?

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What year was WRM 40S registered?

WRM 40S is a 1978 Leyland Cars Mini 1000, first registered on 4 April 1978.

Is WRM 40S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRM 40S shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WRM 40S have outstanding finance?

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