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PXJ 591J

1971 Morris Minor

Maroon Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

39,804 mi
Last recorded39,804 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor42,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPXJ 591J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 39,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 39,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 39,076 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 38,750 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 38,733 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 37,563 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 37,540 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 37,336 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 37,305 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 37,305 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 37,290 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leaks

Fail 20 Jun 2016 37,290 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leaks

Pass 19 Jun 2015 37,242 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jun 2015 37,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2014 37,161 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 36,944 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 36,639 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 36,202 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 35,700 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 35,700 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 May 2009 34,480 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 31,095 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 27,227 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 25,157 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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PXJ 591J is a 1971 Morris Minor in Maroon with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1971 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 42,644 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 PXJ 591J, 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 55 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 PXJ 591J?

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What year was PXJ 591J registered?

PXJ 591J is a 1971 Morris Minor, first registered on 7 January 1971.

Is PXJ 591J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PXJ 591J shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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