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WMG 647T

1978 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,130 mi
Last recorded56,130 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl44,458 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMG 647T
MakeMorris
ModelMarina 1.8 Sdl
Year1978
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 56,130 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play in o/s/f lower swivel,slight play in top swivels,slight play in front shock absorber lever arms

Pass 1 Jul 2016 54,576 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 52,673 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 51,217 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 49,508 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 49,501 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 48,422 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 47,810 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 47,796 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 47,096 miles

major play is n/s outer rack joint

rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 8 Jul 2009 45,188 miles

play in n/s/f inner steering rack joint

Pass 17 Jul 2008 39,259 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 39,251 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 33,193 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 27,264 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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WMG 647T is a 1978 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 44,458 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 WMG 647T, 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 48 years old, this Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WMG 647T?

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What year was WMG 647T registered?

WMG 647T is a 1978 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is WMG 647T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMG 647T shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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