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YHM 79T

1978 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

59,303 mi
Last recorded59,303 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT59,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHM 79T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1275 GT
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 59,303 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 59,294 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 59,270 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 59,219 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 59,218 miles

Brake performance not tested handbrake permanently on (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 59,154 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 59,153 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 59,126 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 59,124 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 59,120 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 59,120 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose inappropriately repaired Brake hose fouls suspension / wheel. (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired Brake hose fouls suspension / wheel. (3.6.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately Brake hose fouls suspension / wheel. (3.6.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose repaired, but not inappropriately Brake hose support. (3.6.A.3)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 59,069 miles

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 29 Jul 2014 59,069 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 7 Jun 2013 58,941 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 9,973 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 9,972 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT?

Based on 3,395 MOT tests across 448 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 180
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 156
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 144
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 144
brake recording little or no effort 111
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YHM 79T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 59,186 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 1275 GT fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 180 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YHM 79T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YHM 79T registered?

YHM 79T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT, first registered on 27 November 1978.

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