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NSU 526

1988 Morris Minor

Blue Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

89,437 mi
Last recorded89,437 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1988 Morris Minor49,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSU 526
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 89,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 89,318 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 89,018 miles

Oil leak

both front bairing have minor play

Pass 20 Mar 2013 88,838 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 88,669 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 88,536 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 88,419 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 88,247 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 88,247 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2008 88,140 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 88,140 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 87,788 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 87,788 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 87,595 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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NSU 526 is a 1988 Morris Minor in Blue with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1988 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 49,032 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 NSU 526, 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 38 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 NSU 526?

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What year was NSU 526 registered?

NSU 526 is a 1988 Morris Minor, first registered on 22 August 1988.

Is NSU 526 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSU 526 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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