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VYA 965M

1974 Morris Marina

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,601 mi
Last recorded80,601 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 1974 Morris Marina32,093 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYA 965M
MakeMorris
ModelMarina
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2025 80,601 miles

surface rust build up on suspension componets

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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VYA 965M is a 1974 Morris Marina 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 1974 Morris Marina models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 32,093 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VYA 965M, 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 52 years old, this Morris Marina is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VYA 965M registered?

VYA 965M is a 1974 Morris Marina, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is VYA 965M safe to buy?

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