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FWW 626L

1973 Morris Mini

Orange Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,595 mi
Last recorded66,595 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 1973 Morris Mini46,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWW 626L
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 66,595 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 66,562 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 66,562 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 66,533 miles

rear exhaust rubber poor

Pass 17 Aug 2012 66,390 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Oil leak

Fail 8 Aug 2012 66,390 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2011 64,601 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 64,064 miles

extensive welding repairs to floors and sills

slight noise to both front wheel bearings

Fail 14 Aug 2010 64,064 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

extensive welding repairs to floors and sills

slight noise to both front wheel bearings

How Reliable is the Morris Mini?

Based on 11,174 MOT tests across 1,713 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 480
brake recording little or no effort 405
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 363
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 299
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 290
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FWW 626L is a 1973 Morris Mini in Orange with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Morris Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 46,894 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 Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 480 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FWW 626L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 53 years old, this Morris Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FWW 626L?

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What year was FWW 626L registered?

FWW 626L is a 1973 Morris Mini, first registered on 2 January 1973.

Is FWW 626L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWW 626L shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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