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MTW 838J

1971 Morris Oxford

Red Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,108 mi
Last recorded59,108 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2006
Typical for 1971 Morris Oxford55,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTW 838J
MakeMorris
ModelOxford
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Dec 2006 59,108 miles

N/S/F Steering Idler Slight Play

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2005 58,342 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Oxford?

Based on 6,890 MOT tests across 1,129 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
103
Year Lifespan
1,129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 200
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 200
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 165
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 151
brake binding 146
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MTW 838J is a 1971 Morris Oxford in Red with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Morris Oxford models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 55,515 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Oxford fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MTW 838J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Oxford typically stays on UK roads for around 103 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Oxford is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MTW 838J registered?

MTW 838J is a 1971 Morris Oxford, first registered on 4 March 1971.

Is MTW 838J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTW 838J shows 2 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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