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SSL 985

1936 Morris 8

Black Petrol 85cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,364 mi
Last recorded6,364 miles
Recorded on25 May 2012
Typical for 1936 Morris 824,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSL 985
MakeMorris
Model8
Year1936
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine85cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 May 2012 6,364 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 5,875 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 5,218 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 4,714 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 4,148 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 2,934 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 1,782 miles

How Reliable is the Morris 8?

Based on 2,840 MOT tests across 509 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
200
Miles/Year
92
Year Lifespan
509
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 76
Stop lamp not working 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 52
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49
brake binding 31
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SSL 985 is a 1936 Morris 8 in Black with a 85cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1936 Morris 8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 24,214 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris 8 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SSL 985, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris 8 typically stays on UK roads for around 92 years. At 90 years old, this Morris 8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SSL 985?

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What year was SSL 985 registered?

SSL 985 is a 1936 Morris 8, first registered on 2 May 1936.

Is SSL 985 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSL 985 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SSL 985 have outstanding finance?

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