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DYB 309J

1971 Morris Mini Cooper S

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

35,725 mi
Last recorded35,725 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S44,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYB 309J
MakeMorris
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 35,725 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 35,712 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 35,704 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 35,702 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 35,702 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 35,697 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 35,695 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 35,683 miles

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 35,662 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 35,656 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 35,651 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 35,644 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,162 MOT tests across 439 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
208
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 92
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 66
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 55
Stop lamp not working 55
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DYB 309J is a 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 44,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DYB 309J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DYB 309J registered?

DYB 309J is a 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is DYB 309J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYB 309J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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