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RVU 8R

1977 Morris Minor 1000

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,883 mi
Last recorded90,883 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1977 Morris Minor 100053,395 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVU 8R
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 90,883 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 90,304 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 13,044 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 11,596 miles

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 10,990 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 10,990 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2012 10,317 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 10,166 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 9,927 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 9,425 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 9,022 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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RVU 8R is a 1977 Morris Minor 1000 in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1977 Morris Minor 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 53,395 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 RVU 8R, 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 49 years old, this Morris Minor 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RVU 8R registered?

RVU 8R is a 1977 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 4 February 1977.

Is RVU 8R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVU 8R shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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