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YRW 655K

1971 Morris Minor 1000

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,917 mi
Last recorded18,917 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor 100049,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRW 655K
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 18,917 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 13,033 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 8,011 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 3,759 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 2,277 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 97,615 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 81,473 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 77,267 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 76,174 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 72,871 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 69,788 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 69,788 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 65,438 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 63,079 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 60,729 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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YRW 655K is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000 in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1971 Morris Minor 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 49,759 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 YRW 655K, 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 55 years old, this Morris Minor 1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YRW 655K?

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What year was YRW 655K registered?

YRW 655K is a 1971 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 6 December 1971.

Is YRW 655K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRW 655K shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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