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COA 523

1936 Morris 8

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

377 mi
Last recorded377 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2006
Typical for 1936 Morris 824,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOA 523
MakeMorris
Model8
Year1936
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2006 377 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 249 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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COA 523 is a 1936 Morris 8 in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1936 Morris 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 24,214 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 COA 523, 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 90 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 COA 523?

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What year was COA 523 registered?

COA 523 is a 1936 Morris 8, first registered on 3 July 1936.

Is COA 523 safe to buy?

The MOT history for COA 523 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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