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DBJ 561

1981 Morris 8

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,750 mi
Last recorded56,750 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBJ 561
MakeMorris
Model8
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2007 56,750 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 56,433 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 56,427 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

nearside rear backplate wet with oil

oil leak

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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DBJ 561 is a 1981 Morris 8 in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DBJ 561, 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 45 years old, this Morris 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DBJ 561 registered?

DBJ 561 is a 1981 Morris 8, first registered on 12 October 1981.

Is DBJ 561 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBJ 561 shows 3 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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