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HTU 631T

1978 Austin Morris Mini 850

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,014 mi
Last recorded67,014 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini 85048,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTU 631T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 67,014 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 66,825 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 66,824 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 66,723 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 65,954 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 65,599 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 65,599 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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HTU 631T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 850 in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HTU 631T, 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

How do I check the history of HTU 631T?

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What year was HTU 631T registered?

HTU 631T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 850, first registered on 24 October 1978.

Is HTU 631T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTU 631T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HTU 631T have outstanding finance?

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