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YJK 207V

1979 Austin Morris Mini Special

Bronze Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

69,184 mi
Last recorded69,184 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special52,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJK 207V
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Special
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 69,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At joints (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 68,484 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 68,194 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 67,842 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 67,391 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 66,796 miles

Exhaust manifold lower steady not fitted.

NSR inner tyre wall slightly damaged.

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 66,363 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Slight damage on nsr inner tyre wall.

Pass 8 Nov 2012 64,024 miles

Exhaust down pipe steady bracket missing.

Fail 8 Nov 2012 64,024 miles

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

Exhaust down pipe steady bracket missing.

Pass 16 Dec 2011 63,213 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 62,119 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 60,613 miles

Rear exhaust mounting bracket fractured slightly.

Fail 25 Aug 2009 60,613 miles

Rear exhaust mounting bracket fractured slightly.

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 59,140 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 58,890 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 57,187 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2005 56,757 miles

HC emission passed only at fast idle speed.[i.e below 1200ppm at 2000rpm] †Front suspension set low.

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Special?

Based on 1,388 MOT tests across 176 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
176
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 95
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 63
brake recording little or no effort 52
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YJK 207V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special in Bronze with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,781 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini Special fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJK 207V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini Special typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Special is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJK 207V registered?

YJK 207V is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Special, first registered on 11 September 1979.

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