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XAA 455V

1979 Austin Morris Mini 95

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,955 mi
Last recorded62,955 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2008
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 9549,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAA 455V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2008 62,955 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Jul 2008 62,955 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2007 62,955 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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XAA 455V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 95 in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 95 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAA 455V, 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 XAA 455V registered?

XAA 455V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 95, first registered on 19 November 1979.

Is XAA 455V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAA 455V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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