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232 BOU

1978 Morris Minor 1000

Blue Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,472 mi
Last recorded63,472 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 Morris Minor 100039,588 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration232 BOU
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 63,472 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 63,321 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 63,011 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 62,855 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 62,590 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 62,369 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

o/s & n/s front lower trunyon slight play

Pass 9 Sep 2011 61,979 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 61,754 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 61,115 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 60,926 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 60,921 miles

Centre Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 May 2007 60,635 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 60,279 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Minor 1000?

Based on 135,442 MOT tests across 12,856 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
12,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 9,910
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,392
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,916
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 6,402
brake recording little or no effort 5,184
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232 BOU is a 1978 Morris Minor 1000 in Blue with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 Morris Minor 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 39,588 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Minor 1000 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 9,910 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 232 BOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Minor 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 48 years old, this Morris Minor 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 232 BOU?

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What year was 232 BOU registered?

232 BOU is a 1978 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is 232 BOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 232 BOU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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