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VYU 873

1979 Morris Minor

Green Petrol 984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

9,476 mi
Last recorded9,476 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Morris Minor42,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYU 873
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 9,476 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 8,434 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 8,066 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 6,609 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 4,979 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 4,265 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 52,253 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 52,253 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 52,253 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 52,253 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 52,253 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 52,253 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 51,251 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 17,275 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2005 17,275 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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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VYU 873 is a 1979 Morris Minor in Green with a 984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VYU 873, 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 VYU 873?

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What year was VYU 873 registered?

VYU 873 is a 1979 Morris Minor, first registered on 28 August 1979.

Is VYU 873 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYU 873 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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