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CTA 803

1936 Morris Eight

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,601 mi
Last recorded44,601 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1936 Morris Eight33,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTA 803
MakeMorris
ModelEight
Year1936
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 44,601 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 44,345 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 44,092 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 43,763 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 43,108 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 42,585 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 42,336 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 42,180 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 41,244 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 41,203 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 41,140 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 41,140 miles

Nearside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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CTA 803 is a 1936 Morris Eight in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1936 Morris Eight models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 33,857 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 CTA 803, 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 90 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 CTA 803?

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What year was CTA 803 registered?

CTA 803 is a 1936 Morris Eight, first registered on 2 November 1936.

Is CTA 803 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTA 803 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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