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GBD 89B

1988 Morris Minor 1000

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,609 mi
Last recorded2,609 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1988 Morris Minor 100050,325 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBD 89B
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 2,609 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 2,513 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 1,920 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 1,907 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 1,536 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 1,150 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 1,148 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 591 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 42,423 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 42,334 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 42,094 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 41,954 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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GBD 89B is a 1988 Morris Minor 1000 in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Morris Minor 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 50,325 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 GBD 89B, 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 38 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 GBD 89B?

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What year was GBD 89B registered?

GBD 89B is a 1988 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 22 March 1988.

Is GBD 89B safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBD 89B shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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