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LXS 254

1938 Morris Eight

Maroon Petrol 919cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,729 mi
Last recorded54,729 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2011
Typical for 1938 Morris Eight37,743 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXS 254
MakeMorris
ModelEight
Year1938
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine919cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2011 54,729 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 54,783 miles

slight play steering idler slight play n/s stub pin slight blue smoke

Pass 28 Aug 2009 54,682 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 54,547 miles

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

Offside Front Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

oil leak

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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LXS 254 is a 1938 Morris Eight in Maroon with a 919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1938 Morris Eight models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 37,743 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 LXS 254, 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 88 years old, this Morris Eight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LXS 254?

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What year was LXS 254 registered?

LXS 254 is a 1938 Morris Eight, first registered on 28 February 1938.

Is LXS 254 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXS 254 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LXS 254 have outstanding finance?

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