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VMY 196S

1978 Morris Marina

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,021 mi
Last recorded20,021 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
Typical for 1978 Morris Marina60,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMY 196S
MakeMorris
ModelMarina
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2018 20,021 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 19,605 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 18,370 miles

play in nearside of steering rack

Fail 21 Sep 2015 18,370 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box to back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front inner tie end has play in

Pass 3 Sep 2014 18,280 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 18,237 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 18,237 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 18,301 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 18,130 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 18,129 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 18,127 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 18,125 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 18,125 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2008 18,124 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 18,122 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 18,120 miles

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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VMY 196S is a 1978 Morris Marina in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Morris Marina models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 60,557 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 VMY 196S, 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 48 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 VMY 196S registered?

VMY 196S is a 1978 Morris Marina, first registered on 2 February 1978.

Is VMY 196S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMY 196S shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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