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KDF 3

1980 Morris Minor

Green Petrol 803cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

85,411 mi
Last recorded85,411 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2012
Typical for 1980 Morris Minor42,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDF 3
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine803cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2012 85,411 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 85,411 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 85,378 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 85,378 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 85,333 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 85,333 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 85,320 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 85,320 miles

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

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 85,307 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 85,307 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 85,264 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 85,262 miles

Nearside Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 85,226 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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KDF 3 is a 1980 Morris Minor in Green with a 803cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1980 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 42,466 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 KDF 3, 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 46 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 KDF 3 registered?

KDF 3 is a 1980 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 July 1980.

Is KDF 3 safe to buy?

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