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GLM 516J

1971 Morris Minor 1000

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

91,335 mi
Last recorded91,335 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor 100049,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLM 516J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 91,335 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 90,643 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

temp repair only n/s steering rack gaiter (glued ) needs replacing

Fail 24 Nov 2016 90,643 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split temp repair only (glued) (2.2.D.2d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

temp repair only n/s steering rack gaiter (glued ) needs replacing

Pass 20 Nov 2015 89,906 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 89,413 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 88,657 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 87,327 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 86,074 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 84,808 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 84,207 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Minor 1000?

Based on 135,442 MOT tests across 12,856 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
12,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 9,910
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,392
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,916
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 6,402
brake recording little or no effort 5,184
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GLM 516J is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000 in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1971 Morris Minor 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 49,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Minor 1000 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 9,910 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GLM 516J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Minor 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Minor 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GLM 516J registered?

GLM 516J is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 27 May 1971.

Is GLM 516J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLM 516J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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