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DYU 771J

1970 Morris Minor

Cream Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

31,693 mi
Last recorded31,693 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1970 Morris Minor49,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYU 771J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1970
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 31,693 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 30,673 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 30,231 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 29,673 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 29,317 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 29,041 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 28,198 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 27,548 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 26,560 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play play in lower pivot point (trunion) (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 6 Aug 2016 26,259 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play play in lower pivot point (trunion) (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 25,502 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 24,300 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 24,300 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 24,300 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 24,300 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 24,300 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 24,380 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 24,352 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 24,252 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DYU 771J is a 1970 Morris Minor in Cream with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DYU 771J, 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

How do I check the history of DYU 771J?

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What year was DYU 771J registered?

DYU 771J is a 1970 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 November 1970.

Is DYU 771J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYU 771J shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DYU 771J have outstanding finance?

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