Hello everyone, im a first time post and forgive my ignorance but i have a bit of a problem, i have a 1972 1100 (1098) mini, but aparently the Engine identification plate is missing, i know it should be beside the water pump, well close by on the block, is there anywhere else i can find the id number for this engine, the problem is here where i live all license plates have been changed and in order to renew them they have to check the motor number which i cant find, and if not available what could you recomend.. i really apreciate any help you can provide.

Regards, Lawrence

 

There's probably some casting numbers stamped into the back of the block which may point you to the type of engine. Theres not going to be a full id number though. I had a similar problem in which my engine has a tag but its not the correct one. This writeup was helpful: http://www.mgcars.org.uk/engine/mgenginehistory.rtf

 

Here is a picture of my 1100 sitting on the floor.

 

The ID plate is roughly 1/2" x 2" and is reversed stamped and riveted to the top of the block on the right front side. You'll see a small flat landing there.

You can still buy the plates & rivets

If you knew what the original number was (available from British Motor Heritage) you can order a new plate up & install it. Your number would've started 10XXXx

http://www.minimania.com/web/SCatago...0/ArticleV.cfm


I think MiniMail or Nick at Min-e-bitz in the UK does them or can put you on to someone who does.

http://www.minimail.co.uk/
http://www.min-e-bitz.com/index.php?...sr2vco4bh7fh17

Or, you can go to Harbor Freight and buy a number punch set and stamp the block yourself.

 

Thank you very much for all your replies, i am going to purchase the stamped plate in the UK ..

Does any one know where the chasis and commission plate should be located?