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UWL 706

1979 Morris Minor

Grey Petrol 803cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

64,432 mi
Last recorded64,432 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 Morris Minor42,718 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWL 706
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine803cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 64,432 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2026 64,428 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 64,359 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 64,353 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 64,312 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 64,199 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 64,183 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 64,103 miles

Exhaust clamp missing from rear section of exhaust.

Pass 20 May 2021 63,925 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 63,897 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 63,590 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 63,485 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 63,451 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 63,383 miles

Noise from both rear wheel bearing/axle.

Pass 28 May 2015 63,340 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 63,254 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 63,247 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 63,239 miles

Slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing.

Pass 10 Apr 2012 63,086 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 62,615 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 61,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 61,800 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Minor?

Based on 72,367 MOT tests across 9,653 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
362
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
9,653
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,329
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,905
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,531
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 3,314
brake recording little or no effort 2,739
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UWL 706 is a 1979 Morris Minor in Grey with a 803cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1979 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 42,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Minor fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,329 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UWL 706, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Minor typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 47 years old, this Morris Minor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UWL 706?

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What year was UWL 706 registered?

UWL 706 is a 1979 Morris Minor, first registered on 18 January 1979.

Is UWL 706 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWL 706 shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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