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970 NHU

1985 Morris Mini

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,647 mi
Last recorded60,647 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

Registration970 NHU
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 60,647 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 60,493 miles

some corrosion to offside outer sill.

Pass 17 Jun 2015 60,303 miles

some corrosion to offside outer sill.

Pass 17 Jun 2014 59,879 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 59,603 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 59,603 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 59,307 miles

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

offside rear handbrake effort low.

Pass 10 Feb 2011 59,060 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 58,741 miles

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

Offside Outer Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 58,264 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 58,263 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 58,095 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 57,837 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 57,351 miles

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

How Reliable is the Morris Mini?

Based on 11,174 MOT tests across 1,713 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 480
brake recording little or no effort 405
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 363
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 299
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 290
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970 NHU is a 1985 Morris Mini in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Morris Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 480 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 970 NHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 41 years old, this Morris Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 970 NHU registered?

970 NHU is a 1985 Morris Mini, first registered on 18 January 1985.

Is 970 NHU safe to buy?

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