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ACA 879L

1972 Morris Mini 1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,318 mi
Last recorded87,318 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 1972 Morris Mini 100045,144 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACA 879L
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 87,318 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 87,058 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 86,759 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 86,759 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 86,448 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 86,132 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 86,132 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 85,150 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 84,177 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 84,177 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 83,763 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 83,763 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 82,946 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 64,402 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 7,176 MOT tests across 1,045 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,045
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 434
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 314
brake recording little or no effort 312
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 244
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 227
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ACA 879L is a 1972 Morris Mini 1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1972 Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 45,144 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 Morris Mini 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 434 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACA 879L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ACA 879L registered?

ACA 879L is a 1972 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 9 October 1972.

Is ACA 879L safe to buy?

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