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DSU 581

1987 Morris Minor 1000

White Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

103,942 mi
Last recorded103,942 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Morris Minor 100066,656 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSU 581
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 103,942 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 103,526 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 103,138 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 102,578 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 101,520 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 100,689 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 99,904 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 98,921 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 97,993 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 96,565 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 95,478 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 93,911 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 92,808 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 91,832 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 91,832 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 90,560 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 89,260 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 89,239 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 89,208 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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DSU 581 is a 1987 Morris Minor 1000 in White with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1987 Morris Minor 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 66,656 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 DSU 581, 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 39 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 DSU 581?

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What year was DSU 581 registered?

DSU 581 is a 1987 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 25 March 1987.

Is DSU 581 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSU 581 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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