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LOR 971L

1973 Morris Mini

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,628 mi
Last recorded63,628 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Morris Mini46,894 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOR 971L
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2017 63,628 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 62,538 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 62,071 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 61,799 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 85,530 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 85,378 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 55,167 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini?

Based on 11,174 MOT tests across 1,713 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 480
brake recording little or no effort 405
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 363
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 299
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 290
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LOR 971L is a 1973 Morris Mini in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Morris Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 46,894 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 480 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LOR 971L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 53 years old, this Morris Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LOR 971L?

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What year was LOR 971L registered?

LOR 971L is a 1973 Morris Mini, first registered on 17 January 1973.

Is LOR 971L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOR 971L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LOR 971L have outstanding finance?

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