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MPU 779J

1971 Morris Minor 1000

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

83,035 mi
Last recorded83,035 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor 100049,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPU 779J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 83,035 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 81,696 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 81,240 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 81,240 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 80,886 miles

N/S/F bump stop missing

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 79,930 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 79,888 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 79,884 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 79,882 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 79,881 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 79,880 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 79,851 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 79,830 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 79,824 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 79,768 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Minor 1000?

Based on 135,442 MOT tests across 12,856 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
12,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 9,910
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,392
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,916
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 6,402
brake recording little or no effort 5,184
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MPU 779J is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000 in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1971 Morris Minor 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 49,759 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Minor 1000 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 9,910 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPU 779J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Minor 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Minor 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MPU 779J?

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What year was MPU 779J registered?

MPU 779J is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 19 February 1971.

Is MPU 779J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPU 779J shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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