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DHF 548E

1983 Morris Minor

White Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

41,132 mi
Last recorded41,132 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Morris Minor24,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHF 548E
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 41,132 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 41,013 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 40,999 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 40,881 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 40,850 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 40,829 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 40,799 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 40,738 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 40,738 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 40,697 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 40,676 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 40,633 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 40,633 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 40,530 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 40,438 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 40,412 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 40,092 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 40,092 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 40,043 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 39,887 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Minor?

Based on 72,367 MOT tests across 9,653 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
9,653
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,329
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,905
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,531
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 3,314
brake recording little or no effort 2,739
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DHF 548E is a 1983 Morris Minor in White with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1983 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 24,409 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Minor fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,329 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DHF 548E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Minor typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 43 years old, this Morris Minor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DHF 548E registered?

DHF 548E is a 1983 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is DHF 548E safe to buy?

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