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AHW 656J

1971 Morris Minor 1000

White Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,786 mi
Last recorded31,786 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor 100049,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHW 656J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 31,786 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 31,786 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle at 57% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 31,159 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 31,159 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31% (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 59% (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 29,447 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front and rear (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 28,584 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 28,584 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 25,909 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 30 Sep 2013 24,892 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 16 Oct 2012 23,452 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 23,082 miles

Engine oil leak

Gearbox oil leak

Rear axle oil leak

Rear spring bushes deteriorated

Fail 25 Nov 2011 23,081 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Engine oil leak

Gearbox oil leak

Nearside front wheel binding

Nearside front wiper worn

Nearside rear wheel binding

Rear axle oil leak

Rear spring bushes deteriorated

Pass 20 Apr 2007 23,075 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 23,070 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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AHW 656J is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000 in White with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 Morris Minor 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 49,759 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 AHW 656J, 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 55 years old, this Morris Minor 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AHW 656J registered?

AHW 656J is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 25 January 1971.

Is AHW 656J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHW 656J shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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