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ETC 670J

1971 Morris Minor 1000

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,771 mi
Last recorded71,771 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor 100049,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETC 670J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 71,771 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 71,760 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 71,722 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 71,708 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 71,691 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 71,665 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 71,411 miles

Tyres all dated 1999

Fail 7 Mar 2019 71,411 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicator (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Tyres all dated 1999

Pass 22 Mar 2018 71,143 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017
Pass 9 Mar 2016 70,598 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 70,185 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 69,867 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 69,416 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 69,295 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 68,872 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 68,505 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 68,505 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 68,034 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 67,765 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 67,254 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 66,859 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Minor 1000?

Based on 135,442 MOT tests across 12,856 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
12,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 9,910
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,392
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,916
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 6,402
brake recording little or no effort 5,184
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ETC 670J is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000 in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1971 Morris Minor 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 49,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Minor 1000 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 9,910 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ETC 670J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Minor 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Minor 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ETC 670J?

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What year was ETC 670J registered?

ETC 670J is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 18 April 1971.

Is ETC 670J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETC 670J shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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