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Green · Petrol · 1953 · 918 cc

VFF 196MOT history

VFF 196 is a green petrol Morris Minor first used on 5 Feb 1953. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 86,893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2025
Mileage
86,893 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2024
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
419 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VFF 196
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Morris
Model
Minor
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
918 cc
Year of manufacture
1953
First used
5 Feb 1953
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

VFF 196 was last recorded at 86,893 miles on 9 Aug 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,890 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
419 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 86,893 miles
  • 2022 – 85,542 miles
  • 2021 – 85,511 miles
  • 2012 – 83,542 miles
  • 2011 – 83,231 miles
  • 2010 – 82,599 miles
  • 2009 – 80,910 miles
  • 2008 – 79,985 miles
  • 2007 – 79,502 miles
  • 2006 – 79,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,893 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorRear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine but has tray for emptying (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Cross plyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front slight play in suspension

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,893 miles (+3)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,893 miles
    Test number
    630927414378
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine but has tray for emptying (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Cross ply

  2. Fail86,890 miles (+1,348)5 major2 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,890 miles
    Test number
    400240296458
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine but has tray for emptying (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Cross ply

  3. Pass85,542 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,542 miles
    Test number
    573506404307
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. FailMileage not read5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    929903339133
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated hub seal leaking (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass85,511 miles (+1,969)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,511 miles
    Test number
    325792917382
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in steering
    • AdvisoryFront slight play suspension
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass83,542 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    83,542 miles
    Test number
    538988452196
    • NoteHand brake cable close to exhaust
    • NoteRear tyres perrishing

  7. Fail83,541 miles (+310)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,541 miles
    Test number
    236148152466
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteHand brake cable close to exhaust
    • NoteRear tyres perrishing

  8. Pass83,231 miles (+632)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    83,231 miles
    Test number
    398504301104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,599 miles (+1,689)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    82,599 miles
    Test number
    901579560109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,910 miles (+925)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    80,910 miles
    Test number
    100366779179
    • NoteVarious rust spots slight wear clutch brake pedal rubbers oil leaks bolt missing dynamo corrosion exhaust baffle loose n/s/r handbrake near exhaust oil leak n/s/r hub slight binding o/s/r brake steering wheel cover cracked rear anti roll bar bushes p

  11. Pass79,985 miles (+483)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    79,985 miles
    Test number
    111873468144
    • NoteOil leaks corrosion exhaust baffle loose silencer oil leak n/s/r hub slight binding n/s/f brake slight play o/s/f hub both rear anti roll bar link bushes perishing corrosion bodywork n/s/r handbrake cable close to exhaust

  12. Pass79,502 miles (+226)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    79,502 miles
    Test number
    430283087122
    • NoteOil leaks †various surface corrosion †n/s/r tyre wall perishing †n/s/r damp around hub seal †rear anti roll bar link bushes perishing †n/s/r handbrake cable close to exhaust †exhaust rusty baffle loose †slight binding o/s/r brake

  13. Pass79,276 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    79,276 miles
    Test number
    631234766138
    • NoteOil leaks †exhaust system rusty baffle loose in silencer †slight binding o/s/f brake †oil leak n/s/r inner hub

Questions about VFF 196

What vehicle is registration VFF 196 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VFF 196 on a green petrol Morris Minor first used on 5 Feb 1953. 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 VFF 196 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on VFF 196 expired on 8 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on VFF 196?
The MOT on VFF 196 expired on 8 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has VFF 196 done?
VFF 196 was recorded at 86,893 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2024, an average of 419 miles a year.
Has VFF 196 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VFF 196 has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on VFF 196 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on VFF 196 find?
VFF 196 passed its latest MOT on 9 Aug 2024 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps; rear brake hose slightly twisted; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 6 more.

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