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JSU 717

1988 Morris 8

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,770 mi
Last recorded62,770 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSU 717
MakeMorris
Model8
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2013 62,770 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 62,759 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 62,759 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 May 2011 62,759 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 62,759 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 62,755 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 62,740 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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JSU 717 is a 1988 Morris 8 in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 JSU 717, 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 38 years old, this Morris 8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of JSU 717?

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What year was JSU 717 registered?

JSU 717 is a 1988 Morris 8, first registered on 5 April 1988.

Is JSU 717 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSU 717 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JSU 717 have outstanding finance?

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