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GDP 857L

1972 Morris Mini

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,799 mi
Last recorded91,799 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Morris Mini46,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDP 857L
MakeMorris
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 91,799 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 91,799 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 91,789 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 91,785 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Morris Mini?

Based on 11,174 MOT tests across 1,713 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 480
brake recording little or no effort 405
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 363
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 299
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 290
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GDP 857L is a 1972 Morris Mini in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Morris Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 46,752 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morris Mini fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 480 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GDP 857L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 54 years old, this Morris Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GDP 857L?

You can check the full history of GDP 857L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GDP 857L registered?

GDP 857L is a 1972 Morris Mini, first registered on 9 November 1972.

Is GDP 857L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDP 857L shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GDP 857L have outstanding finance?

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