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GBM 949

1948 Morris Eight

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,860 mi
Last recorded66,860 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2008
Typical for 1948 Morris Eight32,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBM 949
MakeMorris
ModelEight
Year1948
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2008 66,860 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2007 66,602 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 66,106 miles

both rear shok absorber link arms have slight play

front brakes pulling slightly to o/s

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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GBM 949 is a 1948 Morris Eight in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1948 Morris Eight models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 32,642 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 GBM 949, 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 78 years old, this Morris Eight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GBM 949 registered?

GBM 949 is a 1948 Morris Eight, first registered on 24 June 1948.

Is GBM 949 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBM 949 shows 3 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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