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BRF 291J

1971 Morris Minor 1000

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,125 mi
Last recorded89,125 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor 100049,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRF 291J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 89,125 miles

o/s n/s outer sills getting weak

Pass 12 Feb 2015 88,915 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

magnet applied to repairs and ok.

repairs in boot area covered in underseal but does not appear weak with finger pressure

repairs underneath the car covered in underseal but does not appear weak with finger pressure.

Pass 31 Jan 2014 88,643 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

vehicle has extensive welding repairs to underside of vehicle,but not considered to be weak.

Fail 28 Jan 2014 88,643 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 88,103 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 87,969 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fan belt slipping

Fail 13 Jan 2012 87,969 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fan belt slipping

Pass 24 Dec 2010 87,873 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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BRF 291J is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000 in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BRF 291J, 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.

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What year was BRF 291J registered?

BRF 291J is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 14 April 1971.

Is BRF 291J safe to buy?

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