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Morris Minor 1000

Grey · Petrol · 1962 · 1,298 cc

8804 MXMOT history

8804 MX is a grey petrol Morris Minor 1000 first used on 14 Nov 1962. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 47,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
47,253 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
8804 MX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Morris
Model
Minor 1000
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1962
First used
14 Nov 1962
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

8804 MX was last recorded at 47,253 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Apr 2008: 17,189 miles, lower than 134,664 miles on 13 Apr 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
47,251 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,253 miles
  • 2024 – 42,518 miles
  • 2019 – 33,977 miles
  • 2018 – 31,247 miles
  • 2017 – 30,355 miles
  • 2016 – 30,133 miles
  • 2014 – 28,967 miles
  • 2013 – 28,421 miles
  • 2012 – 27,311 miles
  • 2011 – 25,725 miles
  • 2010 – 23,265 miles
  • 2009 – 20,155 miles
  • 2008 – 17,189 miles
  • 2007 – 134,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,253 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,253 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    47,253 miles
    Test number
    824563951979
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail47,251 miles (+4,733)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,251 miles
    Test number
    391036532855
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass42,518 miles (+8,541)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    42,518 miles
    Test number
    760450528537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass33,977 miles (+2,730)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    33,977 miles
    Test number
    742580656591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass31,247 miles (+892)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    31,247 miles
    Test number
    498108743093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass30,355 miles (+222)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    30,355 miles
    Test number
    930999780804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass30,133 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    30,133 miles
    Test number
    342993399135
    • AdvisoryNasty looking welded repairs on front chassis
    • AdvisorySome play in nearside front nearside wheel bearing
    • AdvisorySome wear/play in front suspension bushings and joints

  8. Fail30,133 miles (+5)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,133 miles
    Test number
    558850278501
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNasty looking welded repairs on front chassis
    • AdvisorySome play in nearside front nearside wheel bearing
    • AdvisorySome wear/play in front suspension bushings and joints

  9. Fail30,128 miles (+1,161)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,128 miles
    Test number
    389412851113
    • FailureElectrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking On sender unit (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Shock mounting in floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSpeedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)
    • FailureSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort Both (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNasty looking front chassis repairs
    • AdvisorySome wear/play in most front suspension joints and bushings

  10. Pass28,967 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    28,967 miles
    Test number
    905239044145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,421 miles (+1,110)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    28,421 miles
    Test number
    858420053111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass27,311 miles (+1,586)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    27,311 miles
    Test number
    938041712162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,725 miles (+2,460)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    25,725 miles
    Test number
    276457331413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,265 miles (+3,110)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    23,265 miles
    Test number
    791661230108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,155 miles (+2,966)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    20,155 miles
    Test number
    893382739152
    • AdvisoryCentre Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass17,189 miles (-117,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,189 miles
    Test number
    502063918154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass134,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    134,664 miles
    Test number
    932563007104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 8804 MX

What vehicle is registration 8804 MX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8804 MX on a grey petrol Morris Minor 1000 first used on 14 Nov 1962. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 8804 MX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 8804 MX is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 8804 MX?
The MOT on 8804 MX is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 8804 MX done?
8804 MX was recorded at 47,253 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026.
Has 8804 MX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8804 MX has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on 8804 MX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 8804 MX find?
8804 MX passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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