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YWV 38T

1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,468 mi
Last recorded26,468 miles
Recorded on14 May 2008
Typical for 1978 Austin Morris Mini 100051,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWV 38T
MakeAustin Morris
ModelMini 1000
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 May 2008 26,468 miles

Slight play in N/S/F Top ball joint

How Reliable is the Austin Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 9,311 MOT tests across 1,335 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,335
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 726
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 519
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 472
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 470
brake recording little or no effort 382
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YWV 38T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 51,620 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Morris Mini 1000 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 726 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YWV 38T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was YWV 38T registered?

YWV 38T is a 1978 Austin Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 6 October 1978.

Is YWV 38T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWV 38T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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