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DPJ 794J

1970 Morris Minor

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

51,455 mi
Last recorded51,455 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1970 Morris Minor49,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPJ 794J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 51,455 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 51,273 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 51,182 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 51,124 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 50,836 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 50,783 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2019 50,770 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 50,705 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 50,475 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 50,207 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 50,109 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 49,983 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 49,968 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 49,913 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 49,875 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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DPJ 794J is a 1970 Morris Minor in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DPJ 794J, 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.

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What year was DPJ 794J registered?

DPJ 794J is a 1970 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is DPJ 794J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPJ 794J shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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