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DLH 571T

1978 Austin Morris Mini 850

Brown Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

84,771 mi
Last recorded84,771 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2013
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini 85048,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLH 571T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2013 84,771 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 84,771 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 850?

Based on 1,217 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 59
brake recording little or no effort 56
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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DLH 571T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 850 in Brown with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Austin Morris Mini 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 48,176 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 850 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLH 571T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DLH 571T registered?

DLH 571T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 850, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is DLH 571T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLH 571T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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