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YWG 219

1947 Morris Eight

Black Petrol 918cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,558 mi
Last recorded81,558 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 1947 Morris Eight52,858 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWG 219
MakeMorris
ModelEight
Year1947
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine918cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2016 81,558 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 81,400 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 80,989 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 80,888 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 80,636 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 80,519 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 80,319 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 80,035 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 79,907 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 79,750 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Eight?

Based on 915 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
165
Miles/Year
91
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 25
Headlamp not working on main beam 19
brake recording little or no effort 17
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 17
brake binding 14
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YWG 219 is a 1947 Morris Eight in Black with a 918cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1947 Morris Eight models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 52,858 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Eight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YWG 219, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Eight typically stays on UK roads for around 91 years. At 79 years old, this Morris Eight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YWG 219?

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What year was YWG 219 registered?

YWG 219 is a 1947 Morris Eight, first registered on 21 October 1947.

Is YWG 219 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWG 219 shows 10 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 YWG 219 have outstanding finance?

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