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HKN 759

1947 Morris Eight

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,332 mi
Last recorded57,332 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1947 Morris Eight52,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKN 759
MakeMorris
ModelEight
Year1947
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 57,332 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 57,320 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 57,295 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 57,254 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 57,237 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 57,113 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 57,027 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 57,027 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 56,596 miles

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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HKN 759 is a 1947 Morris Eight in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1947 Morris Eight models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 52,858 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 HKN 759, 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 79 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 HKN 759 registered?

HKN 759 is a 1947 Morris Eight, first registered on 30 June 1947.

Is HKN 759 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKN 759 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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