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PSL 503

1971 Morris Minor 1000

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

64,301 mi
Last recorded64,301 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor 100049,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSL 503
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 64,301 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 64,277 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working Both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 62,827 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 61,777 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 61,477 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 61,354 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 60,925 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 60,534 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 60,050 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 59,595 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 59,101 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 57,943 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 55,609 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 55,527 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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PSL 503 is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000 in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PSL 503, 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 PSL 503?

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What year was PSL 503 registered?

PSL 503 is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 27 August 1971.

Is PSL 503 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSL 503 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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