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YRP 824J

1971 Morris Minor

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

8,411 mi
Last recorded8,411 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor42,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRP 824J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 8,411 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 7,483 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 6,650 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 6,299 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 5,248 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 1,729 miles

slight play in off-side front lower trunnion.

Pass 31 Jul 2009 900 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 893 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 16,807 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

diff pinnion oil seal leaking

Pass 31 Jul 2007 16,113 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 16,099 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 15,808 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jul 2005 14,742 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2005 14,729 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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YRP 824J is a 1971 Morris Minor in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YRP 824J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YRP 824J registered?

YRP 824J is a 1971 Morris Minor, first registered on 8 July 1971.

Is YRP 824J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRP 824J shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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