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Morris Minor

Purple · Petrol · 1960 · 948 cc

893 ETAMOT history

893 ETA is a purple petrol Morris Minor first used on 25 Mar 1960. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 4,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2023
Mileage
4,341 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
893 ETA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Morris
Model
Minor
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
948 cc
Year of manufacture
1960
First used
25 Mar 1960
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

893 ETA was last recorded at 4,341 miles on 18 Nov 2022, 64 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 May 2009: 58,261 miles, lower than 72,915 miles on 21 May 2008.
  • 15 May 2012: 2 miles, lower than 62,865 miles on 16 May 2011.

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
4,277 miles · 15 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
64 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 4,341 miles
  • 2021 – 4,277 miles
  • 2020 – 4,042 miles
  • 2019 – 3,638 miles
  • 2018 – 3,446 miles
  • 2017 – 2,879 miles
  • 2016 – 1,956 miles
  • 2015 – 1,454 miles
  • 2014 – 1,091 miles
  • 2013 – 766 miles
  • 2012 – 2 miles
  • 2011 – 62,865 miles
  • 2010 – 60,848 miles
  • 2009 – 58,261 miles
  • 2008 – 72,915 miles
  • 2007 – 71,939 miles
  • 2006 – 70,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass4,341 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass4,341 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    4,341 miles
    Test number
    997997821519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass4,277 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    4,277 miles
    Test number
    556578024033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail4,237 miles (+195)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,237 miles
    Test number
    317057893304
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass4,042 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    4,042 miles
    Test number
    747779323137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass3,638 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    3,638 miles
    Test number
    337678210135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass3,446 miles (+567)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    3,446 miles
    Test number
    325113938724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass2,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    2,879 miles
    Test number
    188717715371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail2,879 miles (+923)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,879 miles
    Test number
    765455650302
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass1,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    1,956 miles
    Test number
    427632566340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail1,956 miles (+502)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,956 miles
    Test number
    380055486201
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner wing (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass1,454 miles (+363)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    1,454 miles
    Test number
    206094835124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass1,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    1,091 miles
    Test number
    598847154137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail1,091 miles (+325)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,091 miles
    Test number
    307097254128
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass766 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    766 miles
    Test number
    258453563151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail766 miles (+764)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    766 miles
    Test number
    637463863114
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Pass2 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    2 miles
    Test number
    555116332197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail2 miles (-62,863)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2 miles
    Test number
    827536632170
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass62,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    62,865 miles
    Test number
    677306331147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,865 miles (+2,017)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,865 miles
    Test number
    486746031131
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Fail60,848 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,848 miles
    Test number
    601189530188
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  21. Pass60,848 miles (+2,587)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    60,848 miles
    Test number
    982889030175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,261 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,261 miles
    Test number
    143370849140
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  23. Pass58,261 miles (-14,654)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    58,261 miles
    Test number
    463240549195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass72,915 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    72,915 miles
    Test number
    261412148155
    • NoteSlight play off side front lower trunion

  25. Fail72,914 miles (+975)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,914 miles
    Test number
    220842348438
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight play off side front lower trunion

  26. Pass71,939 miles (+1,173)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    71,939 miles
    Test number
    380491547157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,766 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,766 miles
    Test number
    211527236102
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAdvise excessive foot brake travel
    • NoteAdvise front foot brakes not balance

  28. Pass70,766 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    70,766 miles
    Test number
    230417636105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAdvise excessive foot brake travel
    • NoteAdvise front foot brakes not balance

Questions about 893 ETA

What vehicle is registration 893 ETA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 893 ETA on a purple petrol Morris Minor first used on 25 Mar 1960. 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 893 ETA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 893 ETA expired on 17 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 893 ETA?
The MOT on 893 ETA expired on 17 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 893 ETA done?
893 ETA was recorded at 4,341 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2022.
Has 893 ETA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 893 ETA has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on 893 ETA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 20 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 893 ETA find?
893 ETA passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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