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SUF 583H

1970 Morris Mini Cooper

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,924 mi
Last recorded78,924 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 1970 Morris Mini Cooper47,502 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUF 583H
MakeMorris
ModelMini Cooper
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 78,924 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 78,999 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 78,999 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2015 78,867 miles

Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight oil leak from gauge hose

Fail 31 Aug 2015 78,867 miles

Offside Front Fuel hose leaking carb (7.2.3)

Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight oil leak from gauge hose

Pass 6 Sep 2014 78,865 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2014 78,865 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 78,852 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 78,830 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 12 Jun 2010 78,830 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 31 May 2008 78,757 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 78,715 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 78,565 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Mini Cooper?

Based on 3,420 MOT tests across 450 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
247
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
450
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
brake recording little or no effort 114
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 74
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 64
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SUF 583H is a 1970 Morris Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1970 Morris Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 47,502 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 Cooper fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SUF 583H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 56 years old, this Morris Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SUF 583H registered?

SUF 583H is a 1970 Morris Mini Cooper, first registered on 18 March 1970.

Is SUF 583H safe to buy?

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