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UMR 917J

1971 Morris 1000

Maroon Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,357 mi
Last recorded61,357 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1971 Morris 100059,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMR 917J
MakeMorris
Model1000
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 61,357 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 61,311 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 60,849 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 60,562 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 59,993 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 59,899 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 59,368 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 58,569 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 57,778 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 57,247 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 56,664 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 55,502 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 54,818 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 54,421 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 May 2011 54,100 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 53,157 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 51,806 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 May 2009 51,806 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 May 2008 49,943 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 6 May 2008 49,942 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 May 2007 48,169 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 48,169 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 May 2006 45,804 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 45,804 miles

Nearside Front 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 Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Morris 1000?

Based on 4,052 MOT tests across 445 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
320
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
445
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 272
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 258
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 197
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 197
brake recording little or no effort 153
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UMR 917J is a 1971 Morris 1000 in Maroon with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Morris 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 59,368 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris 1000 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 272 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UMR 917J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 55 years old, this Morris 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UMR 917J?

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What year was UMR 917J registered?

UMR 917J is a 1971 Morris 1000, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is UMR 917J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMR 917J shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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