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BUU 986

1935 Morris 8

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,785 mi
Last recorded97,785 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2012
Typical for 1935 Morris 835,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUU 986
MakeMorris
Model8
Year1935
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2012 97,785 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 97,784 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 97,764 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 97,624 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 97,486 miles

How Reliable is the Morris 8?

Based on 2,840 MOT tests across 509 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
200
Miles/Year
92
Year Lifespan
509
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 76
Stop lamp not working 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 52
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
brake binding 31
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BUU 986 is a 1935 Morris 8 in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1935 Morris 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 35,864 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris 8 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BUU 986, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 92 years. At 91 years old, this Morris 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BUU 986?

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What year was BUU 986 registered?

BUU 986 is a 1935 Morris 8, first registered on 6 February 1935.

Is BUU 986 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUU 986 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BUU 986 have outstanding finance?

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