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TLJ 58

1981 Morris Minor

Black Petrol 803cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

46,817 mi
Last recorded46,817 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2008
Typical for 1981 Morris Minor30,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLJ 58
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine803cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2008 46,817 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 46,816 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not retract smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 14 Oct 2006 46,815 miles

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 46,815 miles

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

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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TLJ 58 is a 1981 Morris Minor in Black with a 803cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 30,847 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 Minor fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,329 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TLJ 58, 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 45 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 TLJ 58?

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What year was TLJ 58 registered?

TLJ 58 is a 1981 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 July 1981.

Is TLJ 58 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLJ 58 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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