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GCR 578N

1974 Morris Mini

Orange Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,002 mi
Last recorded80,002 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1974 Morris Mini43,727 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCR 578N
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 80,002 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

oil leaks

rust & corrosion patches

tick over high

welded patches

Fail 11 Jun 2018 79,999 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

oil leaks

rust & corrosion patches

tick over high

welded patches

Pass 18 Sep 2009 79,999 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 79,999 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Jun 2009 79,999 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2008 79,999 miles

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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GCR 578N is a 1974 Morris Mini in Orange with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Morris Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 43,727 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 GCR 578N, 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 52 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 GCR 578N?

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What year was GCR 578N registered?

GCR 578N is a 1974 Morris Mini, first registered on 19 November 1974.

Is GCR 578N safe to buy?

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