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GJG 655

1953 Morris Oxford

Green Petrol 1476cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,657 mi
Last recorded36,657 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2009
Typical for 1953 Morris Oxford47,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJG 655
MakeMorris
ModelOxford
Year1953
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,476cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2009 36,657 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 36,527 miles

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Pass 28 May 2008 36,527 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 36,094 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f wheel slightly binding

Pass 26 Jun 2006 35,887 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 35,887 miles

Centre Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the front (1.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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GJG 655 is a 1953 Morris Oxford in Green with a 1,476cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1953 Morris Oxford models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 47,110 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJG 655, 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 73 years old, this Morris Oxford is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GJG 655 registered?

GJG 655 is a 1953 Morris Oxford, first registered on 16 February 1953.

Is GJG 655 safe to buy?

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