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MRD 871J

1970 Morris Mini 1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,635 mi
Last recorded4,635 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 Morris Mini 100045,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRD 871J
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 4,635 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 4,221 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 48,998 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 48,992 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 8 Jul 2009 48,675 miles

BOOT AND REAR SEAT AREA LOADED WITH STUFF--DIFFICULT TO SEE PROPERLY.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 48,675 miles

BOOT AND REAR SEAT AREA LOADED WITH STUFF--DIFFICULT TO SEE PROPERLY.

Pass 22 Apr 2006 6,016 miles

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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MRD 871J is a 1970 Morris Mini 1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1970 Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 45,578 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 MRD 871J, 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 56 years old, this Morris Mini 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MRD 871J?

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What year was MRD 871J registered?

MRD 871J is a 1970 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 20 October 1970.

Is MRD 871J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRD 871J shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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