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PTV 231M

1974 Morris Mini

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,817 mi
Last recorded61,817 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 1974 Morris Mini43,727 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTV 231M
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 61,817 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 61,520 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 60,468 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 60,013 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 59,666 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 58,220 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 58,220 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 57,277 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 56,169 miles

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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PTV 231M is a 1974 Morris Mini in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1974 Morris Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 43,727 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PTV 231M, 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 52 years old, this Morris Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PTV 231M registered?

PTV 231M is a 1974 Morris Mini, first registered on 1 June 1974.

Is PTV 231M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTV 231M shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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