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DYA 556J

1971 Morris Mini 1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,349 mi
Last recorded56,349 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 1971 Morris Mini 100051,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYA 556J
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2023 56,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged splitting in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged both rear starting to split in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 56,331 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 56,229 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 May 2015 56,042 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 55,856 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 55,816 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 55,140 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 54,615 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 54,469 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 54,468 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 53,611 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 52,476 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 52,476 miles

Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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DYA 556J is a 1971 Morris Mini 1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1971 Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 51,728 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 DYA 556J, 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 55 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 DYA 556J registered?

DYA 556J is a 1971 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is DYA 556J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYA 556J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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