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BRU 553K

1971 Morris Marina 1.3 Deluxe

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,503 mi
Last recorded59,503 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2011
Typical for 1971 Morris Marina 1.3 Deluxe50,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRU 553K
MakeMorris
ModelMarina 1.3 Deluxe
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2011 59,503 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 58,795 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 58,603 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 58,603 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008 58,531 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

corrosion appearing both headlamp mounting panels,under battery tray

rear seat backrest requires additional securing

screen wash requires adjustment

Fail 21 May 2008 58,515 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

corrosion appearing both headlamp mounting panels,under battery tray

rear seat backrest requires additional securing

screen wash requires adjustment

How Reliable is the Morris Marina 1.3 Deluxe?

Based on 1,050 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
442
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 61
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33
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BRU 553K is a 1971 Morris Marina 1.3 Deluxe in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Morris Marina 1.3 Deluxe models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,402 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morris Marina 1.3 Deluxe fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRU 553K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Marina 1.3 Deluxe typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Marina 1.3 Deluxe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BRU 553K registered?

BRU 553K is a 1971 Morris Marina 1.3 Deluxe, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is BRU 553K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRU 553K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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