CarVerify

Free Car Check

NMA 709T

1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto

Gold Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

98,598 mi
Last recorded98,598 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2013
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto20,722 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Austin Morris
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMA 709T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000 Auto
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
View full Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2013 98,598 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

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

Fail 12 Sep 2013 98,598 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

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

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto?

Based on 926 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

66.0%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 49
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 45
Steering rack gaiter split 43
Full Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NMA 709T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto in Gold with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 20,722 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 1000 Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NMA 709T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NMA 709T?

You can check the full history of NMA 709T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NMA 709T registered?

NMA 709T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 Auto, first registered on 20 October 1978.

Is NMA 709T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMA 709T 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.

Does NMA 709T have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NMA 709T. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.