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URO 754J

1971 Morris Minor

Maroon Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

88,921 mi
Last recorded88,921 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor42,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURO 754J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 88,921 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 88,921 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function connecting rod broken (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2017 83,881 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 83,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 79,169 miles

front passenger seat not fitted

Fail 10 Dec 2015 79,169 miles

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

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

front passenger seat not fitted

Fail 19 Oct 2015 79,152 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped cable ties used to clip pipes (3.6.B.1)

Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front panel not welded (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split within tread (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill/not welded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill not welded (5.2.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 78,860 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 78,600 miles

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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URO 754J is a 1971 Morris Minor in Maroon with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1971 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 42,644 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 URO 754J, 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 55 years old, this Morris Minor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was URO 754J registered?

URO 754J is a 1971 Morris Minor, first registered on 20 June 1971.

Is URO 754J safe to buy?

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