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SDL 917J

1971 Morris Mini Clubman

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

14,056 mi
Last recorded14,056 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 1971 Morris Mini Clubman46,050 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDL 917J
MakeMorris
ModelMini Clubman
Year1971
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2012 14,056 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 13,444 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight wear in sterringrack vehicle has had metral plate weld in various and unsealed

Pass 2 Jul 2009 13,043 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 13,033 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 12,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 12,903 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 11,741 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2006 97,444 miles

Advise o/s/f brake hose close to tie rod.

Fail 1 Feb 2006 97,321 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Morris Mini Clubman?

Based on 2,535 MOT tests across 369 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
462
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
369
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 183
brake recording little or no effort 148
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 135
parking brake recording little or no effort 93
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 92
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SDL 917J is a 1971 Morris Mini Clubman in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1971 Morris Mini Clubman models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 46,050 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morris Mini Clubman fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SDL 917J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini Clubman typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Mini Clubman is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SDL 917J registered?

SDL 917J is a 1971 Morris Mini Clubman, first registered on 22 March 1971.

Is SDL 917J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDL 917J shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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