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OEP 30L

1973 Morris Mini 1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

90,954 mi
Last recorded90,954 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 1973 Morris Mini 100053,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEP 30L
MakeMorris
ModelMini 1000
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 90,954 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 90,945 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 90,884 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 90,881 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 90,822 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 90,802 miles

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 90,742 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2013 90,436 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 90,266 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 90,050 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 89,402 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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OEP 30L is a 1973 Morris Mini 1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OEP 30L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OEP 30L registered?

OEP 30L is a 1973 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 19 January 1973.

Is OEP 30L safe to buy?

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