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LLL 209D

1997 Morris Minor

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests24 (13 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate54.2%

Mileage

90,414 mi
Last recorded90,414 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Morris Minor70,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLL 209D
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

13 pass 11 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 90,414 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 90,414 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 90,414 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 90,414 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 90,414 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 90,105 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 90,105 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 89,977 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 89,971 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2014 89,881 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 89,881 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 89,660 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 89,648 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 89,648 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 89,642 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 89,593 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 89,593 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 89,589 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 89,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 89,563 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 89,539 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Oct 2007 89,539 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2006 89,507 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 89,507 miles

Oil leak

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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LLL 209D is a 1997 Morris Minor in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.2%.

Across all 1997 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 70,161 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 LLL 209D, 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 29 years old, this Morris Minor is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LLL 209D registered?

LLL 209D is a 1997 Morris Minor, first registered on 23 October 1997.

Is LLL 209D safe to buy?

The MOT history for LLL 209D shows 24 tests with a 54.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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