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FTF 143J

1971 Morris Minor

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

70,737 mi
Last recorded70,737 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor42,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTF 143J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 70,737 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 70,685 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 69,100 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 66,681 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 65,990 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 65,990 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 65,261 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 64,925 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 64,913 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 64,893 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 64,882 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 64,436 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 64,432 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2010 64,339 miles

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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FTF 143J is a 1971 Morris Minor in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1971 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 42,644 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 FTF 143J, 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 55 years old, this Morris Minor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FTF 143J registered?

FTF 143J is a 1971 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is FTF 143J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTF 143J shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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