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BKR 140T

1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,009 mi
Last recorded54,009 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto47,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKR 140T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000 Auto
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 54,009 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2014 54,009 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 54,009 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 54,009 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment loose (2.4.F.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment loose (2.4.F.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front exhaust downpipe bracket not connected.

Low brake fluid check lamp inoperative.

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Uninsulated live connectors, unsecured wiring at rear of engine compartment.

Windscreen securing rubber split.

Pass 23 Dec 2009 54,009 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Dec 2009 54,009 miles

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

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Fuel pipe insecure

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto?

Based on 926 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 49
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 45
Steering rack gaiter split 43
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BKR 140T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 47,419 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 Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BKR 140T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BKR 140T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto, first registered on 4 January 1979.

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