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XVL 119X

1981 Austin Morris Mini 95

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

29,799 mi
Last recorded29,799 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini 9537,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVL 119X
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 95
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 29,799 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 29,799 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill to arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 29,700 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 29,700 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 29,700 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 29,700 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 29,700 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 29,600 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 7 Apr 2016 29,600 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 29,600 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 29,600 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 29,500 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 29,499 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 29,499 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 29,409 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 28,558 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 28,503 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 27,999 miles

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 24 May 2007 27,999 miles

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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XVL 119X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 37,054 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XVL 119X, 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 45 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 95 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XVL 119X registered?

XVL 119X is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 95, first registered on 1 August 1981.

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The MOT history for XVL 119X shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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