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MSV 587

1986 Morris Minor

Blue Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,813 mi
Last recorded19,813 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2012
Typical for 1986 Morris Minor36,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSV 587
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2012 19,813 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 19,813 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 17,835 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 17,835 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 14,922 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 12,226 miles

floors and chassis not checked properly due to grease

Pass 22 Aug 2008 10,930 miles

Vechicle under body has been covered in under seal and grease preventing a proper inspection.

Pass 21 Aug 2007 9,327 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 8,832 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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MSV 587 is a 1986 Morris Minor in Blue with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 36,652 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MSV 587, 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 40 years old, this Morris Minor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MSV 587?

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What year was MSV 587 registered?

MSV 587 is a 1986 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 September 1986.

Is MSV 587 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSV 587 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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