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FUT 826C

1980 Morris Minor

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,697 mi
Last recorded41,697 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 Morris Minor42,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUT 826C
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 41,697 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 41,263 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 40,517 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 39,691 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 39,306 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 39,286 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 37,962 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 37,599 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 37,599 miles

Central Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 37,228 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 37,228 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 36,621 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 35,831 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 35,824 miles

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

Front Oil leak

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2016 35,649 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 35,345 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 35,345 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 35,169 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 35,169 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2013 34,742 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 33,689 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 33,534 miles

brakes are grabing slightly.

Pass 29 Mar 2010 33,241 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 32,896 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 32,794 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 32,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 May 2007 32,633 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 11 May 2006 32,425 miles

fuel cap seal poor

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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FUT 826C is a 1980 Morris Minor in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 42,466 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FUT 826C, 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 46 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 FUT 826C?

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What year was FUT 826C registered?

FUT 826C is a 1980 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is FUT 826C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUT 826C shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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