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GRX 222

1980 Morris Mini Cooper S

White Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,501 mi
Last recorded66,501 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRX 222
MakeMorris
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 66,501 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 65,752 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 63,820 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 63,665 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 63,665 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 63,461 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 63,459 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 63,124 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2013 63,121 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 62,889 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 62,887 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 62,404 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 62,237 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 62,185 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 62,181 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Morris Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,162 MOT tests across 439 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
208
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 92
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 66
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 55
Stop lamp not working 55
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GRX 222 is a 1980 Morris Mini Cooper S in White with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Morris Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRX 222, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this Morris Mini Cooper S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GRX 222 registered?

GRX 222 is a 1980 Morris Mini Cooper S, first registered on 1 February 1980.

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