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WFR 281

1961 Morris Mini Minor

Maroon Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,318 mi
Last recorded59,318 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 1961 Morris Mini Minor50,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Morris
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFR 281
MakeMorris
ModelMini Minor
Year1961
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 59,318 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 59,296 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 59,277 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 59,197 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 59,098 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 59,066 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 59,066 miles

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

How Reliable is the Morris Mini Minor?

Based on 1,093 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
207
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 24
brake recording little or no effort 23
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 20
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 17
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WFR 281 is a 1961 Morris Mini Minor in Maroon with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1961 Morris Mini Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 50,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini Minor fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WFR 281, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini Minor typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 65 years old, this Morris Mini Minor is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WFR 281?

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What year was WFR 281 registered?

WFR 281 is a 1961 Morris Mini Minor, first registered on 1 June 1961.

Is WFR 281 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFR 281 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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