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FHP 201T

1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,680 mi
Last recorded86,680 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman53,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHP 201T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Clubman
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 86,680 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2019 86,663 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing rubber seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 85,835 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play will need changing soon (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 78,249 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 72,945 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 72,945 miles

Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (4.2.B.2)

Rear Road wheel fixings not compatible (4.2.B.2)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Clubman?

Based on 7,434 MOT tests across 1,000 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
713
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 599
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 377
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 371
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 349
brake recording little or no effort 313
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FHP 201T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 53,374 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 Clubman fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 599 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FHP 201T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was FHP 201T registered?

FHP 201T is a 1979 Austin Morris Mini Clubman, first registered on 16 May 1979.

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