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FMT 289J

1971 Morris Oxford

Green Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,559 mi
Last recorded69,559 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 1971 Morris Oxford55,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMT 289J
MakeMorris
ModelOxford
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2016 69,559 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 69,559 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 69,559 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 69,559 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 69,559 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 69,559 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 69,107 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 66,894 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 64,054 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

dipswitch action slightly stiff.

nearside handbrake performance slightly low.

nearside rear sill starting to corrode.

slight play in steering box.

Pass 24 Nov 2006 61,523 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Oxford?

Based on 6,890 MOT tests across 1,129 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
103
Year Lifespan
1,129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 200
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 200
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 165
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 151
brake binding 146
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FMT 289J is a 1971 Morris Oxford in Green with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Morris Oxford models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 55,515 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Oxford fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FMT 289J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Oxford typically stays on UK roads for around 103 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Oxford is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of FMT 289J?

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What year was FMT 289J registered?

FMT 289J is a 1971 Morris Oxford, first registered on 4 February 1971.

Is FMT 289J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMT 289J shows 10 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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