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PTJ 325L

1972 Morris Marina

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,397 mi
Last recorded95,397 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 1972 Morris Marina50,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTJ 325L
MakeMorris
ModelMarina
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 95,397 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 95,162 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2017 95,162 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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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PTJ 325L is a 1972 Morris Marina in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Morris Marina models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 50,971 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 PTJ 325L, 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 54 years old, this Morris Marina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PTJ 325L registered?

PTJ 325L is a 1972 Morris Marina, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is PTJ 325L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTJ 325L shows 3 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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