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UWY 51L

1973 Morris Mini 1000

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

29,223 mi
Last recorded29,223 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 Morris Mini 100053,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWY 51L
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 29,223 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 29,132 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 29,056 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 28,934 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 28,848 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 28,813 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 28,804 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 28,559 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 28,545 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 28,382 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 28,347 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 28,290 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 28,046 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 27,859 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 27,856 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 27,732 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 26,850 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 26,379 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 25,448 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 24,839 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 23,688 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 7,176 MOT tests across 1,045 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,045
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 434
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 314
brake recording little or no effort 312
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 244
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 227
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UWY 51L is a 1973 Morris Mini 1000 in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1973 Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 53,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 434 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UWY 51L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 53 years old, this Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UWY 51L?

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What year was UWY 51L registered?

UWY 51L is a 1973 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is UWY 51L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWY 51L shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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