MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,706 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
How Reliable is the Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl?
Based on 789 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YWU 496S is a 1978 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 YWU 496S, 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
How do I check the history of YWU 496S?
You can check the full history of YWU 496S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was YWU 496S registered?
YWU 496S is a 1978 Morris Marina 1.8 Sdl, first registered on 1 March 1978.
Is YWU 496S safe to buy?
The MOT history for YWU 496S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does YWU 496S have outstanding finance?
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