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TKV 853J

1971 Morris Oxford

Beige Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,249 mi
Last recorded13,249 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2008
Typical for 1971 Morris Oxford55,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKV 853J
MakeMorris
ModelOxford
Year1971
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2008 13,249 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 13,249 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 12,542 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 12,542 miles

Centre Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 11,160 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 11,160 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2005 9,101 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 9,101 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Morris Oxford?

Based on 6,890 MOT tests across 1,129 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
103
Year Lifespan
1,129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 200
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 200
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 165
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 151
brake binding 146
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TKV 853J is a 1971 Morris Oxford in Beige with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Morris Oxford models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 55,515 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 Oxford fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TKV 853J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Oxford typically stays on UK roads for around 103 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Oxford is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TKV 853J registered?

TKV 853J is a 1971 Morris Oxford, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is TKV 853J safe to buy?

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