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XWA 522T

1978 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,540 mi
Last recorded98,540 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1978 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl44,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWA 522T
MakeMorris
ModelMarina 1.8 Sdl
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2012 98,540 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 98,519 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 98,424 miles

slight bind rear brakes

Pass 31 Mar 2008 98,293 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 98,168 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 97,930 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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XWA 522T is a 1978 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XWA 522T, 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

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What year was XWA 522T registered?

XWA 522T is a 1978 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is XWA 522T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWA 522T shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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