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HMU 944W

1981 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,718 mi
Last recorded48,718 miles
Recorded on13 May 2011
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super65,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMU 944W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850 Super
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2011 48,718 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 48,457 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 48,457 miles

Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 850 Super?

Based on 1,726 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
587
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 152
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 100
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 93
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 91
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HMU 944W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 65,710 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 850 Super fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 152 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HMU 944W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 850 Super typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 850 Super is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HMU 944W registered?

HMU 944W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini 850 Super, first registered on 30 January 1981.

Is HMU 944W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMU 944W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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