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WPG 162

1984 Morris Minor

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

64,315 mi
Last recorded64,315 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1984 Morris Minor61,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPG 162
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 64,315 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 64,299 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 64,297 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 64,044 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

steering wheel cracked

Fail 18 Jul 2022 64,043 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn trunion worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

steering wheel cracked

Pass 16 Jul 2021 63,879 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 63,736 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 63,523 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 63,144 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 63,135 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 62,947 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 62,826 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 62,634 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 62,563 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 62,483 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 62,417 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 62,206 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 61,978 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

slight play rear prop-shaft uj.

Pass 30 Jul 2007 61,803 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 61,783 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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WPG 162 is a 1984 Morris Minor in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1984 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 61,890 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 WPG 162, 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 42 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 WPG 162 registered?

WPG 162 is a 1984 Morris Minor, first registered on 23 January 1984.

Is WPG 162 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPG 162 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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