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XOB 824T

1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

53,734 mi
Last recorded53,734 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini 100051,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOB 824T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 53,734 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 May 2016 50,799 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 45,604 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 37,089 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 37,067 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 35,318 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2010 35,307 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 34,025 miles

boots missing from front trupet ball joints

Fail 2 Feb 2008 34,025 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

boots missing from front trupet ball joints

Fail 30 Jan 2008 34,025 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 9,311 MOT tests across 1,335 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,335
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 726
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 519
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 472
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 470
brake recording little or no effort 382
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XOB 824T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 51,620 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 1000 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 726 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XOB 824T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XOB 824T?

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What year was XOB 824T registered?

XOB 824T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 13 December 1978.

Is XOB 824T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOB 824T shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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