MORRIS MINOR 10001967 · 1.1L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record shows a significant gap in recent testing. The most recent recorded test from July 2017 at 72,106 miles resulted in a pass following a failure just two days prior. That failure identified excessive play in the nearside front upper suspension arm pin and bush. Since that rectification, there are no further MOT tests recorded for the next nearly nine years, leaving the current mechanical state and structural integrity unverified and unknown. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 59-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,222 miles per year. Between July 2014 and 2017, the car covered only 688 miles, moving from 71,418 to 72,106 miles. This minimal usage suggests the car is likely kept for fair use or stored for long periods. Such low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and perished fluids, which are not captured by mileage-based metrics alone. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, given the previous failure of the upper arm bush. The decade-long interval since the last MOT necessitates a thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion and hidden sills, as stationary vehicles often suffer from internal surface rot. Inspect the braking system for seized pistons and check the condition of all tyres, as age-related rubber hardening often causes deep cracking despite sufficient tread depth.