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WSJ 456

1980 Morris Minor 1000

Green Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

18,413 mi
Last recorded18,413 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2019
Typical for 1980 Morris Minor 100016,594 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSJ 456
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2019 18,413 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Upper Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel trunnion (2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 2 May 2017 17,011 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 16,385 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 15,509 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 14,878 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 14,055 miles

slight movement in drivers seat.

Pass 21 May 2012 13,090 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 11,947 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 10,065 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 8,796 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 7,423 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 7,411 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 6,078 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 4,856 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Minor 1000?

Based on 135,442 MOT tests across 12,856 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
12,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 9,910
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,392
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,916
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 6,402
brake recording little or no effort 5,184
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WSJ 456 is a 1980 Morris Minor 1000 in Green with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1980 Morris Minor 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 16,594 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Minor 1000 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 9,910 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WSJ 456, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Minor 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 46 years old, this Morris Minor 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WSJ 456 registered?

WSJ 456 is a 1980 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is WSJ 456 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSJ 456 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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