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JHX 490

1938 Morris 8

Green Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,025 mi
Last recorded6,025 miles
Recorded on12 May 2012
Typical for 1938 Morris 838,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHX 490
MakeMorris
Model8
Year1938
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 May 2012 6,025 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 5,939 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 5,866 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 5,761 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 5,661 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 5,460 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 5,191 miles

How Reliable is the Morris 8?

Based on 2,840 MOT tests across 509 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
200
Miles/Year
92
Year Lifespan
509
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 76
Stop lamp not working 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 52
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
brake binding 31
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JHX 490 is a 1938 Morris 8 in Green with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1938 Morris 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 38,516 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris 8 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JHX 490, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 92 years. At 88 years old, this Morris 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JHX 490?

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What year was JHX 490 registered?

JHX 490 is a 1938 Morris 8, first registered on 1 June 1938.

Is JHX 490 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHX 490 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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