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DLA 629J

1971 Morris Minor

Brown Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,274 mi
Last recorded94,274 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor42,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLA 629J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1971
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 94,274 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 93,871 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 93,863 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 93,855 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 93,845 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 93,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 93,843 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 93,833 miles

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

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2010 93,824 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 93,816 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 93,806 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 93,791 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 93,791 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 93,739 miles

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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DLA 629J is a 1971 Morris Minor in Brown with a 1,098cc 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 DLA 629J, 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 DLA 629J registered?

DLA 629J is a 1971 Morris Minor, first registered on 12 March 1971.

Is DLA 629J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLA 629J 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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