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LUD 527

1979 Morris Minor

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,962 mi
Last recorded38,962 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2012
Typical for 1979 Morris Minor42,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUD 527
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2012 38,962 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 38,779 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 38,302 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Aug 2009 38,302 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 38,176 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 36,796 miles

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

slight play in n/s front lower trunion

Pass 28 Jul 2006 36,478 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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LUD 527 is a 1979 Morris Minor in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 42,718 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 LUD 527, 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 47 years old, this Morris Minor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LUD 527?

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What year was LUD 527 registered?

LUD 527 is a 1979 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is LUD 527 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUD 527 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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