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GRO 260L

1972 Morris Marina

Blue Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,999 mi
Last recorded31,999 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 1972 Morris Marina50,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRO 260L
MakeMorris
ModelMarina
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 31,999 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 31,999 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 17 Aug 2017 31,999 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 16 Nov 2013 31,999 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Oil leak

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,983 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 31,669 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Marina?

Based on 885 MOT tests across 188 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
449
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 35
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 24
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
Steering rack gaiter split 22
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GRO 260L is a 1972 Morris Marina in Blue with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Morris Marina models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 50,971 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 Marina fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRO 260L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Marina typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Morris Marina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GRO 260L registered?

GRO 260L is a 1972 Morris Marina, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is GRO 260L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRO 260L shows 6 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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