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DNR 718K

1972 Morris Mini 1000

Gold Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,332 mi
Last recorded27,332 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 1972 Morris Mini 100045,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNR 718K
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 27,332 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 27,181 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 27,156 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 26,555 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 26,533 miles

engine has oil leak

Fail 12 Oct 2017 26,522 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (1.7.5a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine has oil leak

offside service brake reading 50% of nearside reading

Pass 7 Jul 2016 26,130 miles

Body trim missing from wheel arches and sills

Pass 12 Mar 2015 26,041 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 26,001 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 25,987 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 25,980 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 25,980 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2009 25,974 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 7,176 MOT tests across 1,045 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,045
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 434
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 314
brake recording little or no effort 312
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 244
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 227
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DNR 718K is a 1972 Morris Mini 1000 in Gold with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1972 Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 45,144 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 434 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DNR 718K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 54 years old, this Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DNR 718K registered?

DNR 718K is a 1972 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 4 May 1972.

Is DNR 718K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNR 718K shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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