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RSU 171

1989 Morris Minor

Grey Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

57,802 mi
Last recorded57,802 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Morris Minor59,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSU 171
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 57,802 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 56,814 miles

Fully under sealed.

Pass 16 Dec 2023 55,895 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 53,909 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 53,738 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 53,325 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 53,325 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 52,775 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 51,981 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2011 51,981 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 51,690 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front and rear suspension bushes slightly perished

n/s/r tyre slightly perished

Pass 9 Sep 2009 51,405 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 50,885 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 50,066 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both lower suspention trunions slight play

flashers flashing just at legal requirement.

fuel tank seal req.soon.

slight side play in o/s/front wheel

Pass 4 Sep 2006 49,378 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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RSU 171 is a 1989 Morris Minor in Grey with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 59,029 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 RSU 171, 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 37 years old, this Morris Minor is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RSU 171?

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What year was RSU 171 registered?

RSU 171 is a 1989 Morris Minor, first registered on 30 August 1989.

Is RSU 171 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSU 171 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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