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HKA 304L

1973 Morris Mini 1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

25,014 mi
Last recorded25,014 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 1973 Morris Mini 100053,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKA 304L
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 25,014 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 24,876 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2017 24,849 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 24,839 miles

slight oil leak from engine

Fail 21 Feb 2013 24,839 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 23 Feb 2012 24,779 miles

battery insecure

oil leak(s) on engine

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Fail 21 Feb 2012 24,779 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

battery insecure

oil leak(s) on engine

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 23 Feb 2011 24,535 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 24,535 miles

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

Offside Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

How Reliable is the Morris Mini 1000?

Based on 7,176 MOT tests across 1,045 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,045
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 434
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 314
brake recording little or no effort 312
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 244
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 227
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HKA 304L is a 1973 Morris Mini 1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1973 Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 53,946 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 1000 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 434 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HKA 304L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 53 years old, this Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HKA 304L registered?

HKA 304L is a 1973 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 11 April 1973.

Is HKA 304L safe to buy?

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