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DPD 582J

1970 Morris Minor

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

89,761 mi
Last recorded89,761 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1970 Morris Minor49,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPD 582J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 89,761 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 89,465 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 89,164 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 88,802 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 88,481 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 88,444 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 87,991 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 87,963 miles

offside rear brake low on effort

Pass 9 May 2018 87,759 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 87,570 miles

offside rear hub seal shows signs of leaking

Pass 12 May 2016 87,450 miles

slight oil leak from offside rear wheel hub

Pass 12 May 2015 87,316 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 87,128 miles

brakes pulling slightly to nearside

offside rear hub seal leaking slightly

Pass 14 May 2013 87,048 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 87,047 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 9 May 2012 86,919 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 86,657 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 86,465 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 86,207 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 85,877 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 85,428 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake inbalance just passable - offside front low effort

Pass 11 May 2006 85,156 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 85,149 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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DPD 582J is a 1970 Morris Minor in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1970 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 49,952 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 DPD 582J, 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 56 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 DPD 582J registered?

DPD 582J is a 1970 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is DPD 582J safe to buy?

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