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XPB 114

1979 Morris Cowley

Grey Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,333 mi
Last recorded7,333 miles
Recorded on26 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPB 114
MakeMorris
ModelCowley
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 May 2012 7,333 miles

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

light misting of oil around nearside rear brake back plate

nearside front wing corroded

oil leak at rear diff

Pass 28 May 2011 5,795 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 3,803 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 2,573 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

How Reliable is the Morris Cowley?

Based on 2,690 MOT tests across 515 vehicles.

93.0%
Pass Rate
187
Miles/Year
103
Year Lifespan
515
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 18
brake recording little or no effort 15
Stop lamp not working 13
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XPB 114 is a 1979 Morris Cowley in Grey with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Morris Cowley fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPB 114, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Cowley typically stays on UK roads for around 103 years. At 47 years old, this Morris Cowley is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XPB 114 registered?

XPB 114 is a 1979 Morris Cowley, first registered on 6 March 1979.

Is XPB 114 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPB 114 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XPB 114 have outstanding finance?

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