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MEL 126

1952 Morris 1000

Green Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,639 mi
Last recorded32,639 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEL 126
MakeMorris
Model1000
Year1952
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2011 32,639 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 32,639 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 32,617 miles

Possible fluid leak offside rear axle/drum area

Pass 14 Sep 2009 32,607 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 32,604 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 32,567 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 32,567 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 32,557 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 32,542 miles

How Reliable is the Morris 1000?

Based on 4,052 MOT tests across 445 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
320
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
445
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 272
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 258
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 197
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 197
brake recording little or no effort 153
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MEL 126 is a 1952 Morris 1000 in Green with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Morris 1000 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 272 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MEL 126, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris 1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 74 years old, this Morris 1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MEL 126 registered?

MEL 126 is a 1952 Morris 1000, first registered on 19 April 1952.

Is MEL 126 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEL 126 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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