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FHJ 887L

1972 Morris Mini Clubman

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,069 mi
Last recorded14,069 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 Morris Mini Clubman54,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHJ 887L
MakeMorris
ModelMini Clubman
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 14,069 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 13,760 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 13,357 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 12,977 miles

offside front tyre slightly perished

slight play nearside inner track rod

Fail 21 Mar 2016 12,975 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

offside front tyre slightly perished

slight play nearside inner track rod

Pass 22 Jan 2015 12,964 miles

nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 30 Dec 2013 12,950 miles

Offside wing mirror in poor condition

offside driveshaft coupling in poor condition

Pass 7 Jan 2013 12,906 miles

Wiper blades in poor condition

Fail 7 Jan 2013 12,906 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 11 Jan 2012 12,856 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 12,796 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 12,796 miles

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 12,746 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 12,694 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 12,637 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 12,637 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 12,575 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 12,505 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini Clubman?

Based on 2,535 MOT tests across 369 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
462
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
369
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 183
brake recording little or no effort 148
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 135
parking brake recording little or no effort 93
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 92
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FHJ 887L is a 1972 Morris Mini Clubman in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1972 Morris Mini Clubman models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 54,410 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini Clubman fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FHJ 887L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini Clubman typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Morris Mini Clubman is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FHJ 887L registered?

FHJ 887L is a 1972 Morris Mini Clubman, first registered on 17 August 1972.

Is FHJ 887L safe to buy?

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