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VOX 705T

1978 Austin Morris Mini 850

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,297 mi
Last recorded58,297 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2008
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini 85048,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOX 705T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 850
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2008 58,297 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 58,286 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 57,593 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 850?

Based on 1,217 MOT tests across 178 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
178
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 59
brake recording little or no effort 56
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 46
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VOX 705T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 850 in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Austin Morris Mini 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 48,176 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 850 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VOX 705T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Morris Mini 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Austin Morris Mini 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VOX 705T registered?

VOX 705T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 850, first registered on 4 August 1978.

Is VOX 705T safe to buy?

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