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FOB 542L

1972 Morris Mini 1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

399 mi
Last recorded399 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1972 Morris Mini 100045,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOB 542L
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2025 399 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 354 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 322 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 295 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 250 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 227 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 182 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 142 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 95 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 56 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 40 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 1 miles

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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FOB 542L is a 1972 Morris Mini 1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 45,144 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 FOB 542L, 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 54 years old, this Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FOB 542L?

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What year was FOB 542L registered?

FOB 542L is a 1972 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is FOB 542L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOB 542L shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FOB 542L have outstanding finance?

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