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BCR 87

1937 Morris Eight

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

2,649 mi
Last recorded2,649 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2014
Typical for 1937 Morris Eight39,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCR 87
MakeMorris
ModelEight
Year1937
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2014 2,649 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 2,369 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 2,160 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 2,160 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 2,057 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 1,522 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 1,491 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 1,327 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 1,035 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Eight?

Based on 915 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
91
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 25
Headlamp not working on main beam 19
brake recording little or no effort 17
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 17
brake binding 14
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BCR 87 is a 1937 Morris Eight in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1937 Morris Eight models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 39,197 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Eight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BCR 87, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Eight typically stays on UK roads for around 91 years. At 89 years old, this Morris Eight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BCR 87?

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What year was BCR 87 registered?

BCR 87 is a 1937 Morris Eight, first registered on 25 September 1937.

Is BCR 87 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCR 87 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BCR 87 have outstanding finance?

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