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HWP 618T

1978 Austin Morris Mini 850

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,955 mi
Last recorded18,955 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2015
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini 85048,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWP 618T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2015 18,955 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 10 Mar 2015 18,936 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2014 13,130 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear no plate deteriorated

Pass 11 Mar 2013 8,873 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Over size wheels fitted

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear no plate cracked

Slight bind NSF brake

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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HWP 618T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 850 in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HWP 618T, 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 HWP 618T registered?

HWP 618T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 850, first registered on 21 November 1978.

Is HWP 618T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWP 618T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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