MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,554 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Morris Mini 1000?
Based on 7,176 MOT tests across 1,045 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PLJ 809M is a 1971 Morris Mini 1000 in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1971 Morris Mini 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 51,728 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 PLJ 809M, 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 55 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 PLJ 809M?
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What year was PLJ 809M registered?
PLJ 809M is a 1971 Morris Mini 1000, first registered on 1 July 1971.
Is PLJ 809M safe to buy?
The MOT history for PLJ 809M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does PLJ 809M have outstanding finance?
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