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Morris Minor

Black · Petrol · 1956 · 1,098 cc

SDU 712MOT history

SDU 712 is a black petrol Morris Minor first used on 2 Jun 1956. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 6,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
6,242 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SDU 712
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Morris
Model
Minor
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,098 cc
Year of manufacture
1956
First used
2 Jun 1956
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SDU 712 was last recorded at 6,242 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Apr 2019: 3,147 miles, lower than 45,695 miles on 7 Dec 2016.

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
6,234 miles · 11 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 6,242 miles
  • 2025 – 5,835 miles
  • 2024 – 5,432 miles
  • 2023 – 5,191 miles
  • 2022 – 4,936 miles
  • 2019 – 3,147 miles
  • 2016 – 45,695 miles
  • 2011 – 13,074 miles
  • 2010 – 10,594 miles
  • 2009 – 322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass6,242 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass6,242 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    6,242 miles
    Test number
    957767535222
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail6,234 miles (+399)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,234 miles
    Test number
    462895301895
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake effort low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential central (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPosition lamp switch sticking

  3. Pass5,835 miles (+403)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    5,835 miles
    Test number
    650860237542
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySidelight switch faulty

  4. Pass5,432 miles (+241)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    5,432 miles
    Test number
    779167988084
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside indicators flashes faster than n/s

  5. Pass5,191 miles (+255)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    5,191 miles
    Test number
    934506852156
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slight inbalance
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess chaffing on exhaust bracket (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s indicators flash faster than n/s

  6. Pass4,936 miles (+1,789)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    4,936 miles
    Test number
    403187588097
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp aim on upper limit

  7. Pass3,147 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    3,147 miles
    Test number
    149726883284
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail3,147 miles (-42,548)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,147 miles
    Test number
    575218374064
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch to floor holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass45,695 miles (+32,621)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    45,695 miles
    Test number
    736257167284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint trunion (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  10. Pass13,074 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    13,074 miles
    Test number
    415890641444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail13,072 miles (+2,478)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,072 miles
    Test number
    147659031345
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight bind on both rear brakes

  12. Fail10,594 miles3 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,594 miles
    Test number
    434507530340
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDiff fluid leak.
    • NoteEngine oil leak.
    • NoteGearbox fluid leak.
    • NoteN/S/F top suspension bush deteriating.
    • NoteO/S/F Engine mounting deteriating.

  13. Pass10,594 miles (+8)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    10,594 miles
    Test number
    844267130308
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDiff fluid leak.
    • NoteEngine oil leak.
    • NoteGearbox fluid leak.
    • NoteN/S/F top suspension bush deteriating.
    • NoteO/S/F Engine mounting deteriating.

  14. Fail10,586 miles (+10,264)1 dangerous10 failures4 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,586 miles
    Test number
    160392890260
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteBoth rear drums damp on the rear.
    • NoteDiff leaking.
    • NoteEngine oil leak.
    • NoteGearbox leaking.
    • NoteN/S/F Top suspension bush is deteriating.
    • NoteO/S/F engine mounting bush deteriating.
    • NoteO/S/R Arm attached to the shock absorber, top bush is deteriating.
    • NoteParking brake in the drums does not return when released by the lever.

  15. Pass322 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    322 miles
    Test number
    394099189286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail316 miles1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    316 miles
    Test number
    654075689280
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Questions about SDU 712

What vehicle is registration SDU 712 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SDU 712 on a black petrol Morris Minor first used on 2 Jun 1956. 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 SDU 712 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SDU 712 is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on SDU 712?
The MOT on SDU 712 is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SDU 712 done?
SDU 712 was recorded at 6,242 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 355 miles a year.
Has SDU 712 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SDU 712 has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on SDU 712 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Apr 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on SDU 712 find?
SDU 712 passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear oil leak, but not excessive rear diff.

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