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DIA 189

1970 Morris Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

57,663 mi
Last recorded57,663 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 1970 Morris Mini40,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIA 189
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 57,663 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 50,772 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Morris Mini?

Based on 11,174 MOT tests across 1,713 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 480
brake recording little or no effort 405
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 363
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 299
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 290
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DIA 189 is a 1970 Morris Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1970 Morris Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 40,000 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 480 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DIA 189, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 56 years old, this Morris Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DIA 189?

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What year was DIA 189 registered?

DIA 189 is a 1970 Morris Mini, first registered on 10 April 1970.

Is DIA 189 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIA 189 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DIA 189 have outstanding finance?

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