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Morris Minor 1000

Green · Petrol · 1963 · 1,098 cc

RAS 421MOT history

RAS 421 is a green petrol Morris Minor 1000 first used on 2 Jul 1963. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 69,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2025
Mileage
69,441 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RAS 421
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Morris
Model
Minor 1000
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,098 cc
Year of manufacture
1963
First used
2 Jul 1963
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

RAS 421 was last recorded at 69,441 miles on 26 Apr 2024, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jun 2008: 65,333 miles, lower than 65,334 miles on 5 Jun 2008.

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
69,422 miles · 2 May 2023
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 69,441 miles
  • 2023 – 69,422 miles
  • 2022 – 69,342 miles
  • 2021 – 69,109 miles
  • 2020 – 68,955 miles
  • 2019 – 68,433 miles
  • 2017 – 67,457 miles
  • 2016 – 66,342 miles
  • 2015 – 65,689 miles
  • 2014 – 65,669 miles
  • 2013 – 65,658 miles
  • 2012 – 65,653 miles
  • 2011 – 65,646 miles
  • 2010 – 65,632 miles
  • 2009 – 65,627 miles
  • 2008 – 65,333 miles
  • 2007 – 64,605 miles
  • 2006 – 64,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,441 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle underside covered in underseal

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.

  • Indicator tell-tale inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,441 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    69,441 miles
    Test number
    744434987761
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside covered in underseal

  2. Pass69,422 miles (+80)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    69,422 miles
    Test number
    144098043010
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has long travel.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is liberally undersealed

  3. Pass69,342 miles (+233)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    69,342 miles
    Test number
    979365603200
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass69,109 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,109 miles
    Test number
    742186202233
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Fail69,107 miles (+152)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,107 miles
    Test number
    717264556746
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Pass68,955 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,955 miles
    Test number
    203524515850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,433 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    68,433 miles
    Test number
    275379176928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,432 miles (+975)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,432 miles
    Test number
    848130250225
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass67,457 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    67,457 miles
    Test number
    661985232866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,437 miles (+1,095)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,437 miles
    Test number
    930732466736
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass66,342 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    66,342 miles
    Test number
    412255208333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail66,337 miles (+648)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,337 miles
    Test number
    259635855635
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

  13. Pass65,689 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    439450458774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,681 miles (+12)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,681 miles
    Test number
    713553757443
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass65,669 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,669 miles
    Test number
    167685344217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,658 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    65,658 miles
    Test number
    858548443298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,653 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,653 miles
    Test number
    175123972144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,646 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,646 miles
    Test number
    497214651111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,632 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    65,632 miles
    Test number
    963835940180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass65,627 miles (+294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    65,627 miles
    Test number
    750239949136
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

  21. Pass65,333 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    65,333 miles
    Test number
    582171768102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,334 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    65,334 miles
    Test number
    502237058194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,333 miles (+728)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,333 miles
    Test number
    714490458109
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  24. Pass64,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    64,605 miles
    Test number
    852432357173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail64,605 miles (+78)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,605 miles
    Test number
    544642247194
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

  26. Fail64,527 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,527 miles
    Test number
    171542646011
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about RAS 421

What vehicle is registration RAS 421 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RAS 421 on a green petrol Morris Minor 1000 first used on 2 Jul 1963. 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 RAS 421 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on RAS 421 expired on 11 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on RAS 421?
The MOT on RAS 421 expired on 11 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has RAS 421 done?
RAS 421 was recorded at 69,441 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2024, an average of 270 miles a year.
Has RAS 421 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RAS 421 has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on RAS 421 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jun 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on RAS 421 find?
RAS 421 passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2024 with 1 advisory: vehicle underside covered in underseal.

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