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FHR 863

1948 Morris 8

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,820 mi
Last recorded32,820 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2012
Typical for 1948 Morris 856,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHR 863
MakeMorris
Model8
Year1948
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2012 32,820 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 32,807 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 32,764 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 32,682 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 32,524 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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FHR 863 is a 1948 Morris 8 in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1948 Morris 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 56,805 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 FHR 863, 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 78 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 FHR 863?

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What year was FHR 863 registered?

FHR 863 is a 1948 Morris 8, first registered on 21 July 1948.

Is FHR 863 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHR 863 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 FHR 863 have outstanding finance?

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