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SMJ 139J

1971 Morris 1300

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

34,774 mi
Last recorded34,774 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Morris 130044,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMJ 139J
MakeMorris
Model1300
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Jun 2017 34,774 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under wing trumpet marked (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded marked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under wing trumpet marked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded marked (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded marked (2.4.A.3)

Rear rear brake binding both sides (3.7.B.1)

Front sill panel

Pass 20 Jan 2016 34,665 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 34,456 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front & reae brakes slight binding

rear exhaust bracket missing

Fail 10 Feb 2015 34,456 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front & reae brakes slight binding

rear exhaust bracket missing

Pass 19 Feb 2014 34,159 miles

exhaust bracket on gear box loose

Fail 7 Feb 2014 34,157 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling softened by oil contamination (2.5.C.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

exhaust bracket on gear box loose

Pass 6 Feb 2013 34,068 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 33,293 miles

charging light on

How Reliable is the Morris 1300?

Based on 1,028 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
brake binding 51
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 34
brake recording little or no effort 31
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SMJ 139J is a 1971 Morris 1300 in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1971 Morris 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 44,860 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 1300 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SMJ 139J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Morris 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SMJ 139J registered?

SMJ 139J is a 1971 Morris 1300, first registered on 9 June 1971.

Is SMJ 139J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMJ 139J shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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