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SXR 465

1956 Morris Minor 1000

Black Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,643 mi
Last recorded29,643 miles
Recorded on28 May 2013
Typical for 1956 Morris Minor 100042,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXR 465
MakeMorris
ModelMinor 1000
Year1956
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2013 29,643 miles

brakes will need overhaul

Pass 23 May 2012 29,303 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 28,928 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 17 May 2011 28,928 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 26 May 2010 28,507 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 27,976 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 27,661 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 27,153 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 26,492 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Minor 1000?

Based on 135,442 MOT tests across 12,856 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
12,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 9,910
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,392
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,916
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 6,402
brake recording little or no effort 5,184
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SXR 465 is a 1956 Morris Minor 1000 in Black with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1956 Morris Minor 1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 42,130 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Minor 1000 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 9,910 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SXR 465, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Minor 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 70 years old, this Morris Minor 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SXR 465?

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What year was SXR 465 registered?

SXR 465 is a 1956 Morris Minor 1000, first registered on 14 November 1956.

Is SXR 465 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXR 465 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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