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TLT 397M

1973 Morris Mini

Red Petrol 1097cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,849 mi
Last recorded87,849 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2012
Typical for 1973 Morris Mini46,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLT 397M
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,097cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2012 87,849 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 May 2011 85,780 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 82,914 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 73,538 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 65,011 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini?

Based on 11,174 MOT tests across 1,713 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 480
brake recording little or no effort 405
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 363
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 299
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 290
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TLT 397M is a 1973 Morris Mini in Red with a 1,097cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Morris Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 46,894 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 480 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TLT 397M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 53 years old, this Morris Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TLT 397M registered?

TLT 397M is a 1973 Morris Mini, first registered on 11 December 1973.

Is TLT 397M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLT 397M shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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