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MPJ 714L

1972 Morris Mini

Beige Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,447 mi
Last recorded87,447 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2008
Typical for 1972 Morris Mini46,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPJ 714L
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2008 87,447 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

off side front upper wheel arch corroded

outer sill pastick covers fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2007 83,604 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 82,747 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 7 Mar 2006 82,703 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 27 Feb 2006 82,636 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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MPJ 714L is a 1972 Morris Mini in Beige with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Morris Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 46,752 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 Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 480 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPJ 714L, 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 54 years old, this Morris Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MPJ 714L registered?

MPJ 714L is a 1972 Morris Mini, first registered on 18 August 1972.

Is MPJ 714L safe to buy?

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