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MIJ 8145

1980 Austin Morris Mini Special

Red Other 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Austin Morris Mini Special59,285 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIJ 8145
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Special
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2020
Fail 13 Mar 2020 76,208 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Special?

Based on 1,388 MOT tests across 176 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
176
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 95
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 63
brake recording little or no effort 52
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MIJ 8145 is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini Special in Red with a 1,098cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Austin Morris Mini Special models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 59,285 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 Special fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MIJ 8145, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini Special typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Special is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MIJ 8145 registered?

MIJ 8145 is a 1980 Austin Morris Mini Special, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is MIJ 8145 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIJ 8145 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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