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BRV 790

1939 Morris Eight

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,014 mi
Last recorded51,014 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2009
Typical for 1939 Morris Eight44,023 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRV 790
MakeMorris
ModelEight
Year1939
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2009 51,014 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 51,009 miles

Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

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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BRV 790 is a 1939 Morris Eight in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1939 Morris Eight models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 44,023 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 Eight fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRV 790, 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 87 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 BRV 790?

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What year was BRV 790 registered?

BRV 790 is a 1939 Morris Eight, first registered on 24 June 1939.

Is BRV 790 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRV 790 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BRV 790 have outstanding finance?

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