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WTU 382J

1971 Morris Mini Cooper S

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

4,156 mi
Last recorded4,156 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2021
Typical for 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S44,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTU 382J
MakeMorris
ModelMini Cooper S
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2021 4,156 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 4,148 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 4,144 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2017 2,587 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 1,916 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 26,330 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 23,307 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 18,654 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 18,288 miles

NSF wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 9 Oct 2010 18,080 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 16,764 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 16,502 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 1,545 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 15,069 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini Cooper S?

Based on 3,162 MOT tests across 439 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
208
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 92
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 66
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 55
Stop lamp not working 55
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WTU 382J is a 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 44,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini Cooper S fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WTU 382J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Mini Cooper S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WTU 382J registered?

WTU 382J is a 1971 Morris Mini Cooper S, first registered on 2 April 1971.

Is WTU 382J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTU 382J 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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