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DPK 297J

1970 Morris Minor

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

53,980 mi
Last recorded53,980 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 1970 Morris Minor49,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPK 297J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 53,980 miles

Corrosion to most of vehicle

N.s.r suspension bump stop missing

Some of the welded repairs poorly done

Some smoke from exhaust

Steering rack worn

Fail 4 Dec 2018 53,980 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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 Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle No effort from n.s (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

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

Corrosion to most of vehicle

N.s.r suspension bump stop missing

Oil,! On n.s.rback plate

Some of the welded repairs poorly done

Some smoke from exhaust

Steering rack worn

Pass 9 Dec 2017 48,209 miles

major weld repairs to o/s/r chassis and inner wheel arch by leaf spring mounting point

Fail 2 Dec 2017 48,160 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

major weld repairs to o/s/r chassis and inner wheel arch by leaf spring mounting point

Pass 3 Dec 2016 47,488 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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DPK 297J is a 1970 Morris Minor in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DPK 297J, 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 DPK 297J registered?

DPK 297J is a 1970 Morris Minor, first registered on 23 September 1970.

Is DPK 297J safe to buy?

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