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BDF 885B

1978 Morris Minor 1000

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,658 mi
Last recorded90,658 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Morris Minor 100039,588 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDF 885B
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 90,658 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 90,647 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 90,647 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2014 90,637 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013 90,637 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 90,637 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 90,620 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 90,567 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 90,471 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 90,442 miles

offside and nearside lower trunnion joints slightly worn

Pass 10 Oct 2008 90,385 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 90,371 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 90,363 miles

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 90,321 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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BDF 885B is a 1978 Morris Minor 1000 in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BDF 885B, 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 BDF 885B?

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What year was BDF 885B registered?

BDF 885B is a 1978 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is BDF 885B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDF 885B shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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