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HRC 979N

1975 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,465 mi
Last recorded51,465 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1975 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl56,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRC 979N
MakeMorris
ModelMarina 1.3 Sdl
Year1975
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 51,465 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 51,462 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested rear brakes not working (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear upper inner wheel arch corrosion

Pass 15 Aug 2017 51,160 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 51,138 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 51,118 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 51,067 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 51,038 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 50,990 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

nearside rear bearing slightly noisey

Pass 9 Jun 2009 50,085 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 49,898 miles

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 6 Jul 2007 49,484 miles

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

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

slight rusting on front and rear metal brake pipes

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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HRC 979N is a 1975 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1975 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 56,865 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 HRC 979N, 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 51 years old, this Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HRC 979N registered?

HRC 979N is a 1975 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl, first registered on 1 April 1975.

Is HRC 979N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRC 979N shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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