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YME 309T

1978 Morris Marina

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,932 mi
Last recorded68,932 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 1978 Morris Marina60,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYME 309T
MakeMorris
ModelMarina
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 68,932 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 68,678 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 68,478 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 68,268 miles

slight lift in lower trunuons

Pass 9 May 2015 68,123 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 67,948 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 67,657 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 67,233 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 64,799 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 63,547 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 62,343 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2005 60,561 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 60,561 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

long hand brake travel

main and dip beam switch operating wrong with front fog lamps

oil leak

Fail 1 Nov 2005 60,557 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

coolant leaking

near side rear back plate damp

oil leak

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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YME 309T is a 1978 Morris Marina in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YME 309T, 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

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What year was YME 309T registered?

YME 309T is a 1978 Morris Marina, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is YME 309T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YME 309T shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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