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XSU 973

1990 Morris Minor

Green Petrol 950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,252 mi
Last recorded40,252 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2008
Typical for 1990 Morris Minor34,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSU 973
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine950cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2008 40,252 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2008

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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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XSU 973 is a 1990 Morris Minor in Green with a 950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 34,330 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XSU 973, 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 36 years old, this Morris Minor is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XSU 973?

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What year was XSU 973 registered?

XSU 973 is a 1990 Morris Minor, first registered on 15 June 1990.

Is XSU 973 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSU 973 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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