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235 XUW

1961 Morris Mini Minor

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,600 mi
Last recorded77,600 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
Typical for 1961 Morris Mini Minor50,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration235 XUW
MakeMorris
ModelMini Minor
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2017 77,600 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 22,012 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Morris Mini Minor?

Based on 1,093 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
207
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 24
brake recording little or no effort 23
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 20
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 17
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235 XUW is a 1961 Morris Mini Minor in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Morris Mini Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 50,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Mini Minor fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 235 XUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini Minor typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 65 years old, this Morris Mini Minor is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 235 XUW?

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What year was 235 XUW registered?

235 XUW is a 1961 Morris Mini Minor, first registered on 1 March 1961.

Is 235 XUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 235 XUW shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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