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TMO 880

1979 Austin Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,299 mi
Last recorded40,299 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMO 880
MakeAustin
ModelMini Cooper
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2012 40,299 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 62,914 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 62,910 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 62,806 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 62,709 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Cooper?

Based on 4,144 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 150
brake recording little or no effort 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 127
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 88
parking brake recording little or no effort 84
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TMO 880 is a 1979 Austin Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Cooper fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TMO 880, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 47 years old, this Austin Mini Cooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TMO 880?

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What year was TMO 880 registered?

TMO 880 is a 1979 Austin Mini Cooper, first registered on 1 October 1979.

Is TMO 880 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMO 880 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TMO 880 have outstanding finance?

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