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Morris Minor

Grey · Petrol · 1954 · 948 cc

SYB 953MOT history

SYB 953 is a grey petrol Morris Minor first used on 20 Sept 1954. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2022 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 14,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2022
Mileage
14,844 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2021
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SYB 953
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Morris
Model
Minor
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
948 cc
Year of manufacture
1954
First used
20 Sept 1954
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

SYB 953 was last recorded at 14,844 miles on 1 Nov 2021, 823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jul 2009: 4,036 miles, lower than 33,459 miles on 7 Aug 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
14,021 miles · 30 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
823 miles
Average per year
893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 14,844 miles
  • 2020 – 14,021 miles
  • 2018 – 13,056 miles
  • 2017 – 12,299 miles
  • 2016 – 11,389 miles
  • 2015 – 10,379 miles
  • 2014 – 9,433 miles
  • 2013 – 8,413 miles
  • 2012 – 7,186 miles
  • 2011 – 6,171 miles
  • 2010 – 5,293 miles
  • 2009 – 4,036 miles
  • 2008 – 33,459 miles
  • 2007 – 2,124 miles
  • 2006 – 1,242 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass14,844 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.

  • Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass14,844 miles (+823)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    14,844 miles
    Test number
    824036809408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass14,021 miles (+965)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    14,021 miles
    Test number
    909140383058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass13,056 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    13,056 miles
    Test number
    983295914398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass12,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    12,299 miles
    Test number
    851113051584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail12,298 miles (+909)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,298 miles
    Test number
    474755855675
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  6. Pass11,389 miles (+1,010)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    11,389 miles
    Test number
    347532249254
    • AdvisoryElectrical wiring deteriorated, but not likely to become detached under bonnet and underbody - additional sleeving and securing recommended (1.9.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides ( also linkage joints slightly worn) (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)
  7. Pass10,379 miles (+946)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    10,379 miles
    Test number
    285852934831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass9,433 miles (+1,020)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    9,433 miles
    Test number
    305953824223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass8,413 miles (+1,227)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    8,413 miles
    Test number
    215537513279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteAll tyres perished
  10. Pass7,186 miles (+1,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    7,186 miles
    Test number
    449319712297
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  11. Pass6,171 miles (+878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    6,171 miles
    Test number
    759686601231
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  12. Pass5,293 miles (+1,257)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    5,293 miles
    Test number
    491057710288
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished
  13. Pass4,036 miles (-29,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    4,036 miles
    Test number
    354968409446
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
  14. Pass33,459 miles (+30,084)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,459 miles
    Test number
    451670328293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail3,375 miles (+1,251)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,375 miles
    Test number
    711530218248
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureSeat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
  16. Pass2,124 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    2,124 miles
    Test number
    432876407230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass1,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    1,242 miles
    Test number
    984610026228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SYB 953

What vehicle is registration SYB 953 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SYB 953 on a grey petrol Morris Minor first used on 20 Sept 1954. 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 SYB 953 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on SYB 953 expired on 31 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on SYB 953?
The MOT on SYB 953 expired on 31 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has SYB 953 done?
SYB 953 was recorded at 14,844 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2021, an average of 893 miles a year.
Has SYB 953 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SYB 953 has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on SYB 953 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on SYB 953 find?
SYB 953 passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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