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MVF 316V

1980 Morris Marina

Blue Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,332 mi
Last recorded60,332 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 1980 Morris Marina50,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVF 316V
MakeMorris
ModelMarina
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 60,332 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 60,332 miles

Braking system leaking servo pipe to servo (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 60,210 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 60,189 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Morris Marina?

Based on 885 MOT tests across 188 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
449
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 35
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 24
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
Steering rack gaiter split 22
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MVF 316V is a 1980 Morris Marina in Blue with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Morris Marina models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 50,422 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Morris Marina fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MVF 316V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Marina typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 46 years old, this Morris Marina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MVF 316V?

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What year was MVF 316V registered?

MVF 316V is a 1980 Morris Marina, first registered on 9 May 1980.

Is MVF 316V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVF 316V shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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