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VLO 420M

1974 Morris Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,669 mi
Last recorded9,669 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 1974 Morris Mini43,727 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLO 420M
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2023 9,669 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2013 9,394 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/sf tyre wearing on outer treads

o/sf floor is rust corroded

Pass 23 May 2011 7,588 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

o/s & n/s outer sill repair --- covered

o/s rear brake back plate contaminated in oil

rear sub frame slightly distorted -- back end

Fail 13 May 2011 7,572 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

o/s & n/s outer sill repair --- covered

o/s rear brake back plate contaminated in oil

rear sub frame slightly distorted -- back end

Pass 30 Apr 2010 6,393 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

centre exhaust mounting rubber split

o/s and n/s front and rear floors are showing signs of rust corrosion

o/sf wheel bearing is slightly harsh when spun

Pass 19 Jun 2008 4,872 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

centre exhaust mounting splitting

Fail 6 Jun 2008 48,509 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

centre exhaust mounting splitting

Pass 2 Jun 2006 47,030 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 46,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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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VLO 420M is a 1974 Morris Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Morris Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 43,727 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 Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 480 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VLO 420M, 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 52 years old, this Morris Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VLO 420M registered?

VLO 420M is a 1974 Morris Mini, first registered on 9 January 1974.

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