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PWP 649Y

1982 Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

25,828 mi
Last recorded25,828 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1982 Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto40,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWP 649Y
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini Hl Auto
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 May 2026 25,828 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel cap seal perishing

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill separating skin (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 25,818 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 25,818 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Oil leaking excessively from engine drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2019 24,463 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 24,463 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement cable rubbing exhaust centre box (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure loose (10.1 (d))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting by rear sub frame mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced valance to wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Upper Engine mounting bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement stabilizer bar bushes (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fuel pipe so insecure there is a risk of fire fuel return from carb not attached (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 24,463 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 24,462 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 23,585 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 23,585 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on flashing to fast (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 23,046 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 22,739 miles

front suspension cup covers detatched

hazards flash fast

Fail 27 Jun 2014 22,739 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

front suspension cup covers detatched

hazards flash fast

Pass 30 Apr 2013 22,377 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

boot floor corroded

Fail 24 Apr 2013 22,371 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

boot floor corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2012 21,046 miles

both front suspension trumpet knuckle dust covers dislodged allowing dirt ingress

hazards flashing quickly

Fail 27 Jan 2012 21,043 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

both front suspension trumpet knuckle dust covers dislodged allowing dirt ingress

hazards flashing quickly

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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PWP 649Y is a 1982 Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 1982 Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 40,407 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 Hl Auto fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PWP 649Y, 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 44 years old, this Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PWP 649Y is a 1982 Austin Morris Mini Hl Auto, first registered on 20 December 1982.

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