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VAL 587S

1977 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,968 mi
Last recorded97,968 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 1977 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl59,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAL 587S
MakeMorris
ModelMarina 1.8 Sdl
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 May 2014 97,968 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl?

Based on 789 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
592
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 35
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25
brake binding 22
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18
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VAL 587S is a 1977 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 59,192 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VAL 587S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 49 years old, this Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VAL 587S registered?

VAL 587S is a 1977 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl, first registered on 19 September 1977.

Is VAL 587S safe to buy?

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