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Morris Minor

Green · Petrol · 1956 · 1,098 cc

VPX 421MOT history

VPX 421 is a green petrol Morris Minor first used on 18 Aug 1956. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2023 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 92,599 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2023
Mileage
92,599 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2022
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VPX 421
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Morris
Model
Minor
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,098 cc
Year of manufacture
1956
First used
18 Aug 1956
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

VPX 421 was last recorded at 92,599 miles on 19 Apr 2022, 638 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,961 miles · 9 Mar 2014
Between the last two tests
638 miles
Average per year
454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 92,599 miles
  • 2014 – 91,961 miles
  • 2012 – 91,836 miles
  • 2011 – 90,947 miles
  • 2010 – 90,577 miles
  • 2009 – 89,857 miles
  • 2008 – 88,764 miles
  • 2007 – 87,367 miles
  • 2006 – 85,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,599 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass92,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    92,599 miles
    Test number
    213506199503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail92,599 miles (+638)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,599 miles
    Test number
    535364915366
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass91,961 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    91,961 miles
    Test number
    947448664059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,836 miles (+889)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    91,836 miles
    Test number
    175307152319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,947 miles (+5)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    90,947 miles
    Test number
    526835531390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  6. Fail90,942 miles (+365)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,942 miles
    Test number
    285852131320
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Pass90,577 miles (+720)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    90,577 miles
    Test number
    184743040357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    89,857 miles
    Test number
    322056649304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,857 miles (+1,093)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,857 miles
    Test number
    444788039472
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass88,764 miles (+1,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    88,764 miles
    Test number
    633110638346
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass87,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    87,367 miles
    Test number
    762674847315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,367 miles (+1,761)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,367 miles
    Test number
    111021147389
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass85,606 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    85,606 miles
    Test number
    704350246386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail85,605 miles3 dangerous10 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,605 miles
    Test number
    933561126367
    • DangerousOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrivers door check strap loose

Questions about VPX 421

What vehicle is registration VPX 421 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VPX 421 on a green petrol Morris Minor first used on 18 Aug 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 VPX 421 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on VPX 421 expired on 18 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on VPX 421?
The MOT on VPX 421 expired on 18 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has VPX 421 done?
VPX 421 was recorded at 92,599 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2022, an average of 454 miles a year.
Has VPX 421 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VPX 421 has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on VPX 421 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 VPX 421 find?
VPX 421 passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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