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HBT 115S

1978 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

80,427 mi
Last recorded80,427 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl51,079 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBT 115S
MakeMorris
ModelMarina 1.3 Sdl
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 80,427 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2026 80,425 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 80,264 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 80,188 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 79,853 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 79,262 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 78,952 miles

tested in contingency 28067151

Pass 18 Apr 2019 77,843 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 77,485 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 76,471 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 75,622 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s front brake binding slightly

Pass 18 Jun 2014 75,015 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 73,985 miles

front brakes slightly binding n/s & o/s

slight play in n/s steering rack inner joint / arm

Pass 25 Jun 2010 73,949 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 73,262 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 72,711 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 72,670 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 72,263 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl?

Based on 996 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 67
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 44
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 30
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
Stop lamp not working 26
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HBT 115S is a 1978 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1978 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 51,079 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBT 115S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HBT 115S?

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What year was HBT 115S registered?

HBT 115S is a 1978 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is HBT 115S safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBT 115S shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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