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GSH 792J

1971 Morris Minor

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,109 mi
Last recorded7,109 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor42,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSH 792J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2013 7,109 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 7,108 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 7,072 miles

all underside of vehicle is coated in underseal

Fail 9 Mar 2012 7,062 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all underside of vehicle is coated in underseal

Pass 8 Mar 2010 7,011 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 4,912 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 1,932 miles

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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GSH 792J is a 1971 Morris Minor in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 42,644 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 GSH 792J, 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 55 years old, this Morris Minor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GSH 792J registered?

GSH 792J is a 1971 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is GSH 792J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSH 792J shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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