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USL 797

2001 Morris Minor

Blue Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,039 mi
Last recorded16,039 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Morris Minor22,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSL 797
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 16,039 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 16,037 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 15,625 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 15,457 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 15,220 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 14,941 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 14,824 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 14,699 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear hydro shocker link bushes slightly deteriorating

Pass 7 May 2010 14,529 miles

both front trackrod end boots split

both rear leafspring bushes slightly deteriorating

general oil leaks

Pass 20 Apr 2009 14,365 miles

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 20 Apr 2009 14,365 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 6 May 2008 13,869 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 13,462 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 12,993 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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USL 797 is a 2001 Morris Minor in Blue with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 22,192 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 USL 797, 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 25 years old, this Morris Minor is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was USL 797 registered?

USL 797 is a 2001 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is USL 797 safe to buy?

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