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YNC 780A

1978 Morris Minor

Grey Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74 mi
Last recorded74 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 Morris Minor39,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNC 780A
MakeMorris
ModelMinor
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 74 miles

Rubber outlet pipe on fuel tank cracking

Fail 17 Sep 2016 73 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play trunions both sides (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

All four tyres under-inflated - set to correct pressure prior to test.

Offside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Rubber outlet pipe on fuel tank cracking.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 49 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 17 Oct 2015 49 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 172 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 61,585 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 61,585 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 61,585 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 61,585 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 61,585 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 61,585 miles

Slight lift n/s lower trunion.

Slight lift o/s upper trunion and mounting bush

Wheel bearing n/s/r noise

Pass 26 Jul 2007 61,585 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 61,585 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 61,585 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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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YNC 780A is a 1978 Morris Minor in Grey with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 Morris Minor models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 39,588 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 YNC 780A, 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 48 years old, this Morris Minor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YNC 780A registered?

YNC 780A is a 1978 Morris Minor, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is YNC 780A safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNC 780A shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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