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OEV 197M

1973 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,179 mi
Last recorded97,179 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 1973 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl33,669 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEV 197M
MakeMorris
ModelMarina 1.3 Sdl
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2017 97,179 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 97,094 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 97,079 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 96,994 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 96,911 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 96,727 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 96,632 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 96,513 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 96,357 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 96,044 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 95,770 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 95,596 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl?

Based on 996 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 67
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 44
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 30
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 26
Stop lamp not working 26
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OEV 197M is a 1973 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 33,669 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OEV 197M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OEV 197M registered?

OEV 197M is a 1973 Morris Marina 1.3 Sdl, first registered on 14 September 1973.

Is OEV 197M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEV 197M shows 12 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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