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YEL 140S

1978 Morris Marina

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,882 mi
Last recorded77,882 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 1978 Morris Marina60,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEL 140S
MakeMorris
ModelMarina
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2022 77,882 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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YEL 140S is a 1978 Morris Marina in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YEL 140S, 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

How do I check the history of YEL 140S?

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What year was YEL 140S registered?

YEL 140S is a 1978 Morris Marina, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is YEL 140S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEL 140S shows 1 test 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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