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OVU 755W

1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,960 mi
Last recorded50,960 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2011
Typical for 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto38,532 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVU 755W
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Hl Auto
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2011 50,960 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Nov 2011 50,957 miles

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)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 49,718 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 49,097 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 49,083 miles

all brake pipes corroding

exhaust corroded

front brakes out of balance

fuel tank corroding

general body corrosion

general under body corrosion

rear sub-frame corroding

slight blow on exhaust manifold

Fail 18 Oct 2006 49,081 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel tank corroding

general underbody corrosion

rear sub-frame corroding

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto?

Based on 839 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
565
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 109
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Steering rack gaiter split 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 40
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OVU 755W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 38,532 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OVU 755W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OVU 755W registered?

OVU 755W is a 1981 Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto, first registered on 3 March 1981.

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