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XDF 430J

1971 Morris Minor

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,243 mi
Last recorded77,243 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor42,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDF 430J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 77,243 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 76,903 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

offside front brake slightly binding

Pass 9 Dec 2015 76,429 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 75,776 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 75,665 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 75,217 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 74,688 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 74,091 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 73,510 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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XDF 430J is a 1971 Morris Minor in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 42,644 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 XDF 430J, 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 55 years old, this Morris Minor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XDF 430J registered?

XDF 430J is a 1971 Morris Minor, first registered on 4 May 1971.

Is XDF 430J safe to buy?

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